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Written question asked by Lord Barker of Battle (Conservative) on Tuesday, 17 March 2009, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 19 March 2009. It was answered by Angela Eagle (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 March 2009 on behalf of the Treasury.


Fossil Fuels: Government Assistance

Question
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what fiscal incentives are available for fossil fuel production and investment.
Answer

The North sea fiscal regime, which acts to ensure a fair return for the UK taxpayer by imposing a higher tax rate on the profits derived from oil and gas production, also contains a number of incentives for investment in the oil and gas sector. Certain types of fossil fuel investment expenditure are also eligible for mineral extraction allowances.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
490 c335W; 265223
Session
2008-09
Subjects
Fossil fuels Taxation
Link
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