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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Travel
Justin Francis

A tax cut on domestic flights is plane mad – here’s what we need instead

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Climate crisis, what climate crisis?

As of 1 April, the tax you pay on UK domestic flights has plummeted, as the government halves Air Passenger Duty (APD) from £13 to £6.50. It’s expected to lead to soaring demand, with new routes, more flights and lower fares.

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