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Proceeding contribution from Jane Ellison (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Monday, 5 September 2016. It occurred during Debate on bills on Finance Bill.

That issue was explored in some detail in Committee, so I will not respond on it now.

I want to make the important point that the changes introduced by the Finance Bill will provide the right conditions to maximise the economic recovery of the UK’s oil and gas resources by lowering sector-specific tax rates, updating the current system of allowances and expanding the types of activity that can generate financial relief. Another important point often stated—indeed, it has been made by many people who work in the sector and by investors in it—is that stability and certainty in the tax regime are major factors in making investment decisions. For that reason, we do not think it is right to have another review. Such a review could create further uncertainty at a time when it is not right for the industry, and it could delay investment. I therefore urge Members to reject new clause 5.

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
614 c106 
Session
2016-17
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
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