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Scotland Faces Pressure for Private Jet Tax to Combat Climate Inequality

1/13/2026

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Scotland's upcoming budget is under pressure to introduce a private jet tax, potentially raising £27 million annually for climate action.
Oxfam Scotland's Jamie Livingstone says private jets symbolize climate inequality and urges ministers to prioritise the tax.
The campaign coincides with plutocrat day, when the wealthiest Scots exceed their annual carbon budget.
Adoption of the tax would fund climate measures and influence ongoing budget discussions.

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Scotland's upcoming budget is under pressure to introduce a private jet tax, potentially raising £27 million annually for climate action.
Oxfam Scotland's Jamie Livingstone says private jets symbolize climate inequality and urges ministers to prioritise the tax.
The campaign coincides with plutocrat day, when the wealthiest Scots exceed their annual carbon budget.
Adoption of the tax would fund climate measures and influence ongoing budget discussions.