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Second car tax

“Government should place a considerable tax on second/third car ownership in order to clamp down on the number of cars on the nations roads.”

2. How does it fit with Compass’ core beliefs of equality, solidarity, democracy, freedom, sustainability and well being?

Sustainability- a sustantial second/third car tax will discourage people to own/use less cars. This will help combat climate change, encourage public transport use and help invest money into public transport and will reduce congestion.

3. How does it build the institutions of social democracy, like social groups and collective and cooperative forms of ownership and control?

It will sustain a strong public tranport system and discourage privatisation.

4. How much will it cost or raise and where will any cost come from?

No cost- will generate revenue stream for government

5. Which groups in the electorate are likely to support or oppose this measure? Is there any polling evidence you have on this?

Environmental groups will support - middle/upper classes will oppose & car industry. No evidence other than 1.4 cars per household average in UK (figure early 2000s)

6. Is there a place or country where it’s worked? Please provide some information.

NOT SURE

7. What are the three main arguments in favour/against it?

FOR: Less congestion; better public trasport; environmental protection; income for government

Against: punitive; discriminates against rural dwellers who may need 2 or more cars; could damage car making industry

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