HAVE YOUR SAY: Fuel tax increase
An increase in fuel tax will cost the average motorist an extra pound every time they fill up at the pumps.
The tax, which has already come into force means drivers are paying an extra 2.12p per litre of petrol.
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Motorists will be charged an extra pound every time they fill up
AA President Edmund King has warned that the increase in duty would be harmful to the economy long term.
"These April fuel increases are no joke," he said.
"It's a shame that this and other fuel tax increases will severely dent consumer spending and undermine the UK's economic recovery.
"Taking an extra £1 off drivers each time they fill up their fuel tank is a £1 taken away from High Street and leisure spending that would help revive the economy."
Further increases are likely when Alistair Darling presents his Budget to the House of Commons on April 22.
With many haulage and logistic firms already struggling to cover costs, it is feared that the latest increases could tip some over the edge.
Is it right that fuel duty continues to rise during a reccession?
Is a fuel tax increase the right way to get the country thinking green?
What is more important, the economy or the environment?
Have your say on the comment form below...
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by biker, gloucester
Thursday, April 02 2009, 8:01PM
“queeny....... tell me why you drive a gas guzzling 4x4 ?”
by Bob J., Fairford
Thursday, April 02 2009, 9:28AM
“Whingers! Sir Fred has to get his dosh for another 40 years or more and there are plenty more Freds in the same 'brotherhood' sunning themselves. Spare them a thought as you watch that meter tick when you fill up.”
by Queen of Sheba, Gloucester
Thursday, April 02 2009, 8:29AM
“"Biker, Gloucester" - I drive a "4x4 fuel guzzler" , (I also ride a motorbike) and I have better fuel in my car consumption that a couple of collegues who drive normal saloon cars.
By the way not all car drivers are inconsiderate and not all bikers are considerate.!”
by biker, gloucester
Thursday, April 02 2009, 6:55AM
“it seems to me the fuel price is too low, because people are still driving 4x4 fuel guzzlers, and speeding between red traffic lights, and other bad fuel consuming driving. why do you speed past me on eastern avenue, when i just cruise up to you at the lights ?”
by ade, glos
Wednesday, April 01 2009, 11:57PM
“I found a way to save money on petrol-------- i sold the car,”
by Glawster, Glos
Wednesday, April 01 2009, 10:48PM
“April 23rd is St Georges Day, make it fight back time by the English, don't buy any petrol, hang the flag of St. George out with pride, wear a red rose. I'm English born, bred and proud. If I offend you because i'm proud to be English then tough.”
by Mad Dad, Glos
Wednesday, April 01 2009, 9:17PM
“We all complain about increases in petrol,council tax,loss of jobs, etc,etc, but do we unite and fight back, No! Whats happening to this country, have we lost our bottle or what?”
by Elsie Paris, U.S.A.
Wednesday, April 01 2009, 8:24PM
“Why are u paying so much more for gas than we do in the U.S.A. We are paying less than $2.00 a gallon and we still complain!Heaven help us if we were paying what u guys pay. There would be a revolt!”
by Matt, Gloucester
Wednesday, April 01 2009, 8:09PM
“Every pound per fill up that is going into HMRCs pocket will be a pound not spent on the high street.
SURELY this is madness?!”
by Chris, Gloucester
Wednesday, April 01 2009, 7:37PM
“Well, it's obvious that this increase will result in price increases for all things because of transport costs. That is not very welcome when everyone is a bit strapped for cash and/or worried about the immediate financial future.
It's just a way to claw back cash given to the banks. It won't significantly reduce consumption so the green benefit argument just won't wash.
This government is screwing the punter yet again.”