Scottish Government Hits High and Middle Earners With Tax Hike

Published on December 20, 2023

The Scottish government has announced that a new tax band has been created for higher and middle earners in Scotland. On Tuesday, Scotland’s SNP Deputy First Minister Shona Robison announced the creation of a new income tax band for those on salaries of £75,000 a year and above as part of its budget, saying it “is the right choice.” However, Scottish Secretary Alister Jack warned the hike will make Scotland the “highest-taxed part of the United Kingdom.” The proposed advance tax rate of 45p will be applied on earnings from this level to £125,140. Starter and basic rate bands have also increased....

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