Written Question
Monday 28th October 2019
Asked by:
Alberto Costa (Conservative - South Leicestershire)
Question
to the HM Treasury:
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of reclassifying motorhomes as private cars for the purpose of vehicle excise duty.
Answered by Simon Clarke
Since 1 September 2019, motorhomes are captured by the same VED regulations as light passenger vehicles. These reforms encourage the take-up of vehicles with low carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions to help meet legally binding climate change targets. Transport is the largest sector for UK greenhouse gas emissions (27%), of which road transport accounts for over 90%.
Whilst the Government recognises the concerns of the leisure industry, tax is only one of many factors impacting purchasing decisions. Like all taxes, the Government keeps the VED treatment of motorhomes under review. Any changes will be considered by the Chancellor and announced at fiscal events.
Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 24 Oct 2019
The Economy
"May I add my congratulations to my right hon. Friend on his election to what is one of the most important Select Committees of this House? Does he agree that in addition to the comments he has just made, another very important area for the Treasury to consider is the …..."Alberto Costa - View Speech
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Written Question
Monday 9th September 2019
Asked by:
Alberto Costa (Conservative - South Leicestershire)
Question
to the HM Treasury:
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether the Government plans to abolish stamp duty.
Answered by Jesse Norman
- Shadow Leader of the House of Commons
The Government keeps all taxes under review as part of the usual tax policy making process. Tax changes, including changes to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT), are generally announced at the Autumn Budget, where decisions are taken in the round.
SDLT is an important source of government revenue, raising several billion pounds each year to help pay for essential public services. Therefore, any changes to SDLT would have to be carefully considered given the potential effect on public finances.
Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 04 Sep 2019
Spending Round 2019
"I welcome the Chancellor to his position. The leaders of Conservative-led Blaby District Council and Harborough District Council, both in my South Leicestershire constituency, would greatly welcome a meeting with the local government finance Minister. Will the Chancellor help to organise that, so that the Minister can discuss the additional …..."Alberto Costa - View Speech
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 11 Sep 2018
Oral Answers to Questions
"The Chancellor can rightly take pride in his policies which result in South Leicestershire having one of the highest employment rates in Britain. On Friday, I am meeting local businesses in Lutterworth, where Councillor Neil Bannister, leader of Harborough District Council, will be hosting a “Meet your MP” session with …..."Alberto Costa - View Speech
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 03 Jul 2018
Oral Answers to Questions
"It is indeed commendable that the policies the Chancellor has brought to the House and made into law have been of enormous benefit to my constituents. Will he intensify his efforts in helping not only first-time buyers but those who find it difficult to afford houses? Can he perhaps say …..."Alberto Costa - View Speech
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 24 Apr 2018
Financial Guidance and Claims Bill [Lords]
"I thank my right hon. Friend for giving way so early in her speech. Does she agree that it is important that the Financial Conduct Authority and the Financial Ombudsman Service are properly equipped to take on the additional powers proposed?..."Alberto Costa - View Speech
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 18 Dec 2017
Finance (No. 2) Bill
"Does the Minister agree that in pursuing the policies he has just outlined in a strong and stable way we can have sustainable banking that gives the significant contributions to the Treasury that are much needed, and that the policies espoused by the parties opposite would do great damage to …..."Alberto Costa - View Speech
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 18 Dec 2017
Finance (No. 2) Bill
"Will the hon. Gentleman be fair enough to confirm at the Dispatch Box that since the Conservative party came into government in 2010, the tax take from the banking sector has increased, especially since 2015?..."Alberto Costa - View Speech
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Speech in General Committees - Tue 15 Nov 2016
Draft Inquiries into Fatal Accidents and Sudden Deaths etc. (Scotland) Act 2016 (Consequential Provisions and Modifications) Order 2016
"I declare that I am a non-practising Scottish solicitor. I welcome the order on behalf of those of us who have practised in both jurisdictions. Does the Minister agree that the order is an example of the UK Government being cognisant of the needs of Scotland and respecting Scottish devolution?..."Alberto Costa - View Speech
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