Between 2024 and 2028, the tax expenditure on coal for fossil fuel production in the UK is forecasted to slightly increase, starting from 0.015% of GDP in 2024 and reaching 0.018% by 2028. This represents an average year-on-year increase of approximately 1.6%. As of 2023, the actual expenditure was 0.015% of GDP.
Future Trends to Watch For:
- Increasing governmental pressure to reduce carbon emissions may lead to more stringent regulations and a potential decline in tax expenditures related to coal.
- Shifts in energy policies towards renewable sources could further decrease reliance on fossil fuels, affecting related tax expenditures.
- Global economic factors, such as fluctuations in energy prices or supply chain disruptions, might impact coal production and consequently influence tax expenditure trends.