John MacDonald: Ditching fuel tax increases would be shortsighted
After pretty much telling us to calm the farm over the fuel situation, I can’t believe the government is getting all antsy about its fuel tax increase - due to kick-in at the start of next year.
Yesterday, when Finance Minister Nicola Willis gave her regular fuel update, she said it is “very unlikely” that the Government will go ahead with the 12 percent-per-litre increase in January.
Why’s that? Because the Government doesn’t think people can afford it. Due to the increased costs caused by the war in Iran.
But I don’t think the country can afford not to…
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