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Light Dues 2026
09 March 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the need to increase light dues to support the General Lighthouse Authorities' (GLAs) operational costs and ensure the continued safety and reliability of maritime navigation.
Action Requested
The minister has decided to increase light dues by one penny to 46 pence per net registered tonne for 2026–2027, and by a further penny to 47 pence for 2027–2028 to support GLAs' services.
Key Facts
- The GLAs maintain essential aids to navigation.
- Light dues ensure funding for GLAs' services without UK Exchequer support.
- Light dues will increase by one penny to 46 pence per net registered tonne in 2026–2027.
- Light dues will increase by a further penny to 47 pence per net registered tonne in 2027–2028.
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