On 25 Nov 2008, at 18:24, Brian on Harnser wrote: > It could well be that the drop in VAT could actually increase some > prices. > To match the drop in VAT on fuel he is putting up duty. Transport > companies claim back the VAT so that is still the same but they have > to > pay the duty which will be greater.
Good point Brian. As 5% VAT applies, there will be no VAT reduction on "red" diesel used for propulsion, but presumably the duty will still go up?... -- Andy Greener n.b. Whisper Pangbourne, UK http://www.nb-whisper.com "Just because you've always done it that way doesn't mean it's not incredibly stupid"
