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Light Dues 2020 - 21

12 February 2020

Proposing MP
Sussex Weald
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the reduction of light dues for the maritime industry in the UK.

Action Requested

I intend to freeze light dues rates at 37.5 pence per net registered tonne for 2020-21, continuing a trend of reductions since 2014.

Key Facts

  • Light dues will be frozen at 37.5 pence per net registered tonne for 2020-21.
  • This represents a 30% reduction in real terms since 2010.
  • Light dues rates have been reduced four times since 2014.
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