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Reform UK Proposes Abolishing Air Passenger Duty for Families

3/31/2026

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Reform UK would abolish Air Passenger Duty on short-haul flights for families with children if elected.
Treasury spokesman Robert Jenrick says the change would save families £45 internationally and £48 domestically, costing about £166 million annually.
The plan coincides with rising APD rates and private jet taxes, and APD is set to be devolved to Scotland next year.
Labour Party criticized Reform's plan as economically illiterate.
Green Party says the tax cut is unfunded and mainly benefits wealthier individuals.

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Reform UK would abolish Air Passenger Duty on short-haul flights for families with children if elected.
Treasury spokesman Robert Jenrick says the change would save families £45 internationally and £48 domestically, costing about £166 million annually.
The plan coincides with rising APD rates and private jet taxes, and APD is set to be devolved to Scotland next year.
Labour Party criticized Reform's plan as economically illiterate.
Green Party says the tax cut is unfunded and mainly benefits wealthier individuals.