The UK does not have a comprehensive, single wealth tax, but it does have several taxes on assets and wealth. These taxes operate across many different economic activities, including the acquisition, holding, transfer and disposal of assets, and income derived from assets.
While e-cigarettes are not risk free, the Government is actively supportive of the use of e-cigarettes as a means to help adults stop smoking and contribute towards the goal of a smoke free England by 2030.
Some of the highest success rates of those trying to stop smoking are among adults usi
I want to ensure our welfare system encourages and supports people into work, while providing a vital safety net for those who need it most.
The world of work has transformed since the pandemic.
Living through the pandemic has had a significant impact on the mental health of people across our country, including those with bipolar disorder, and I know that the Government is taking steps to improve access to mental health support and services.
I note the points raised by the Bipol
The Government is taking steps to reduce excess deaths (the number of deaths above the five-year average), including those which involve Covid-19. Vaccines remain the first line of defence against Covid-19.
There is no place in this country for animal cruelty, and we must ensure that those who abuse animals are met with the full force of the law.
I appreciate the depth of your concern about the issue you raise.
I am absolutely determined that children in Derbyshire Dales and around the country should receive a high-quality education.
More money than ever before is being invested in schools, ensuring every child gets a world class education.
The Government is committed to delivering a welfare system that encourages and supports people into work, while providing a vital safety net for the most vulnerable.
As you note, the Chancellor recently announced that the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will review the sanctions regime to en
I understand drivers’ concerns regarding fuel prices. Therefore, I welcome the Chancellor’s decision to maintain fuel duty at current levels until spring 2024, spending £5 billion on a tax cut worth £100 per driver this year.
I am aware that solar is one of the cheapest forms of electricity generation and it presents one important way to ensure our energy independence and green transition over the coming years.
