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Air Passenger Duty

Tuesday 26 January 2021 · 2 questions

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The consultation on aviation tax reform has been delayed due to the aviation industry's current challenges.
  • The Government recognise the important role the aviation sector plays in the UK economy.
  • The sector can access support measures such as the airport and ground operations support scheme.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Henry Smith Con
Taxation
Context

The question arises from ongoing consultations and discussions about air passenger duty in the context of the aviation industry's challenges.

Question

When does he plan to conclude his consultation on air passenger duty?

Answer from Kemi Badenoch

The consultation on aviation tax reform has been delayed in recognition of the unprecedented circumstances that the aviation industry is currently facing. However, I will update hon. Members on the timing of the consultation in due course.

Partly answered

Not addressed: No specific timeline was provided for concluding the consultation

How: Delayed, Unprecedented Circumstances

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Q2 Henry Smith Con
Economy Transport Brexit
Context

The UK charges one of the highest air passenger duties globally, and there is a need to review this tax post-Brexit to support industry recovery.

Question

Now that we have left the EU, can we have an early review of domestic air passenger duty, which is a pressure on our aviation industry?

Answer from Kemi Badenoch

The Government recognise the important role that the aviation sector plays in the UK economy. The sector can draw on the wide range of support measures available, including the recently announced airport and ground operations support scheme, which will provide eligible firms with support of up to £8 million per claimant. However, I reassure my hon. Friend that we remain committed to delivering the consultation, and will look to proceed once the challenging circumstances that the sector is currently facing have eased.

Partly answered

Not addressed: No commitment for an early review of domestic air passenger duty was given

How: Challenging Circumstances, Remain Committed

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