Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestylePrime Minister Andy Burnham and Chancellor John Healey have announced the removal of VAT from domestic electricity bills. This tax cut, effective from October 1, aims to provide “breathing space” for households struggling with the cost of living. The change is estimated to reduce the annual Ofgem price cap by approximately £45, with companies expected to pass on the savings. Chancellor John Healey said the measure is funded by cancelling the Digital ID programme and will help reduce inflation. This announcement follows Mr Burnham's pledge for a “new political model and a new economic model” for Britain and a significant cabinet reshuffle. In fullAndy Burnham announces fresh tax cut to ‘bring back hope’ for struggling familiesMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Burnham announces first major policy with electricity bill tax cut
Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestylePrime Minister Andy Burnham and Chancellor John Healey have announced the removal of VAT from domestic electricity bills. This tax cut, effective from October 1, aims to provide “breathing space” for households struggling with the cost of living. The change is estimated to reduce the annual Ofgem price cap by approximately £45, with companies expected to pass on the savings. Chancellor John Healey said the measure is funded by cancelling the Digital ID programme and will help reduce inflation. This announcement follows Mr Burnham's pledge for a “new political model and a new economic model” for Britain and a significant cabinet reshuffle. In fullAndy Burnham announces fresh tax cut to ‘bring back hope’ for struggling familiesMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
