In April '10, those earning over £150,000 got a new 'top rate' of income tax at 50% & lost other tax gains. The Chancellor, George Osborne, has asked the Revenue to review if it's actually raising extra cash.
Pro 50p rate say: Higher earners need to feel the pain too, and can afford to pay more
Anti 50p rate say: It disincentivises growth & encourages wealthy to take cash away from the UK.
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| I'm NOT a top rate payer. It should be more than 50%. | 853 votes (12 %) | |
| I'm NOT a top rate payer. 50% is fine and should stay | 2,989 votes (43 %) | |
| I'm NOT a top rate payer. 50% is too high and should be cut | 2,640 votes (38 %) | |
| I am a top rate payer. It should be more than 50% | 68 votes (1 %) | |
| I am a top rate payer. 50% is fine and should stay | 105 votes (2 %) | |
| I am a top rate payer. 50% is too high and should be cut. | 228 votes (3 %) |
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