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241,000 Signatures Demand £20,000 Tax Allowance Debate

4/10/2025

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A petition with over 241,000 signatures advocates raising the UK personal tax allowance to £20,000.
Parliament is set to debate this proposal on May 12, 2025.
Proponents believe it would benefit low earners and pensioners by reducing their tax burden.
HM Treasury opposes the increase, citing potential fiscal costs and risks to public services.
Current tax rates are 20% for income above £12,570, 40% above £50,271, and 45% above £125,140.

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Story summary

A petition with over 241,000 signatures advocates raising the UK personal tax allowance to £20,000.
Parliament is set to debate this proposal on May 12, 2025.
Proponents believe it would benefit low earners and pensioners by reducing their tax burden.
HM Treasury opposes the increase, citing potential fiscal costs and risks to public services.
Current tax rates are 20% for income above £12,570, 40% above £50,271, and 45% above £125,140.