Dear Jack,
As we all know, this is a very difficult time for so many. The
horrific news coming daily from Ukraine is relentless.
At home, the cost of living crisis is getting worse and in many
ways is totally self-inflicted by Government policy. We are all
suffering because of failed energy policies over many years, the
consequences of which are now coming home to roost.
The Chancellor has a chance with his Spring statement to ease this
crisis, but I am not optimistic that he grasps the scale of it.
Despite having the capacity to make a significant difference, he is
likely to just tinker at the edges. He seems determined to proceed
with tax rises when he should be cutting them hard to create more
growth.
The Government’s finances are much stronger than the Tories often
make out. They could be boosted even further if we started extracting
our shale gas treasure, that has a value potentially equal to our
national debt.
Reform UK has led the way in bringing this debate back to the
table, which is a sign of how we can shape and influence the things
that matter.
Without delay, the Chancellor should immediately
scrap:
- The National Insurance rise
- The 25% renewable subsidy levies on all electricity
bills
- The 5% VAT on our energy bills
And he should:
- reduce fuel duty by at least 10 pence per
litre.
This would be paid for by higher growth over the coming years and
by cutting so much wasteful spending. We all know examples of
Government waste and inefficiency!
We have real solutions to the biggest issues facing our country
today. What we need now are candidates to put those solutions to the
British people.
The Local Council Elections are now fast approaching and this week
is your last opportunity to put your name forward to stand for Reform
UK.
It is so important that we stand as many candidates as we can if
we’re to keep building our brand and increasing our footprint.
If you haven’t already applied, please consider doing so today.
There is no cost to standing and we have an expert team on hand to
help support your application.
As ever, thank you for your continuing support.
Many thanks,
Richard Tice
Reform
UK Leader
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