Airport backs 'fair tax on flying' campaign
04.03.11
Bristol Airport has backed a campaign from the UK travel industry to stop the Government further increasing air passenger duty, calling it a passenger ‘stealth’ tax. The 'fair tax on flying' campaign, led by travel organisation ABTA and supported by travel companies including British Airways and airport operator BAA, has contacted Chancellor George Osborne to try to ensure that aviation taxes are not be increased in the budget this month. The campaigners are also inviting people to add pressure on the Government by joining their page on Facebook.
Bristol Airport CEO Robert Sinclair, said further taxes on aviation would make flying the ‘preserve of the wealthy few. Increases in the tax on flying risk setting back the region’s recovery by making it more expensive to visit the South West, as a holiday destination or on business. Aviation already pays its way, and is addressing its environmental responsibilities. Increasing the tax burden will have a disproportionate impact on regional airports such as Bristol, making it more difficult to establish vital new routes.’
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