- Rachel Reeves is considering solutions for a £50 billion fiscal gap.
- Current plans indicate a £60 billion increase in government spending by 2029-30.
- Spending cuts are challenging due to commitments like debt interest and pensions.
- Tax increases are being considered, with a focus on broad-based taxes like income tax or VAT.
- Income tax is traditionally preferred for its progressive nature.
- The economist suggests broadening the VAT base as a fairer and simpler solution.
- A broader VAT could raise significant revenue and simplify the tax system.
- Properly structured consumption taxes like VAT are less harmful economically.
- The current narrow VAT base creates complexity and economic distortions.
Source: thetimes.com
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