Research on the increasing cost of living and inflation
House of Commons Library publications on the rising cost of living in the UK, including causes of inflation, the effect on households, and Government support.
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UK Tax Burden (70 KB , PDF)
The UK tax burden for 2008/09 is estimated at 35.3% of GDP and is projected to increase to 36.0% by 2013/14. In 2008/09, income tax accounted for 29% of tax receipts, with national insurance contributions accounting for 19%.
Documents to download
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UK Tax Burden (70 KB , PDF)
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