MPs have debated the changes to National Insurance ahead of this evening’s vote.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Exchequer Secretary James Murray MP took questions this morning on the proposed changes to National Insurance.
Most questions scrutinised on the impact of the tax hike on organisations such as charities, housing associations and councils. Public sectors will not have to pay the new, higher National Insurance rate, but these organisations will.
Shadow Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury Gareth Mark asked for more clarity on what kind of organisations the tax rise would affect.
Labour’s James Murray defended the classification of housing associations and charities, adding that the distinction for public and private were set by the previous government.
Overall, the message from the government is clear: this tax rise might be tough, but it is necessary to pay for public sector improvements.
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MPs have debated the changes to National Insurance ahead of this evening’s vote.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Exchequer Secretary James Murray MP took questions this morning on the proposed changes to National Insurance.
Most questions scrutinised on the impact of the tax hike on organisations such as charities, housing associations and councils. Public sectors will not have to pay the new, higher National Insurance rate, but these organisations will.
Shadow Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury Gareth Mark asked for more clarity on what kind of organisations the tax rise would affect.
Labour’s James Murray defended the classification of housing associations and charities, adding that the distinction for public and private were set by the previous government.
Overall, the message from the government is clear: this tax rise might be tough, but it is necessary to pay for public sector improvements.
