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Why tax imported fuel?
The 'green tax' aims to level the playing field for British refineries. They face higher costs to meet UK net zero targets compared to some overseas competitors. By taxing imports, the government hopes to make British-refined fuel more competitive, supporting domestic industry and jobs.
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