Eilidh Whiteford
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(13 years, 1 month ago)
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Robert Halfon
As ever, the hon. Gentleman hits the nail on the head. He sets out how fuel prices are creating a more unequal society.
Dr Eilidh Whiteford (Banff and Buchan) (SNP)
Further to the point raised by the hon. Member for North Antrim (Ian Paisley), does the hon. Gentleman agree that this disproportionate taxation is absolutely unjustifiable for people in rural areas who have no choice but to drive, particularly those in poorer households and small businesses?
Robert Halfon
I absolutely agree with the hon. Lady, and I thank her for coming with me to the Backbench Committee to try to get this debate.