Healey vows cheaper marmalade and gherkins in pre-Budget package of 'everyday fixes'
Summary
The UK government says it will remove import tariffs on more than 100 products, including marmalade and gherkins, as part of measures announced ahead of the Budget. It says the changes, alongside existing tariff suspensions, could save households up to £21 a year; the package also includes changes to carer’s allowance, mileage rates and parental pay.Key Facts
- The government plans to suspend import tariffs on more than 100 products described as family favourites.
- Marmalade imports will no longer face a 20% tariff and an additional £19 charge per 100kg, under the announced change.
- The government estimates the tariff changes, combined with existing suspensions on items such as pasta, fruit juice and tuna, could save households up to £21 per year.
- The package would let carers earn above the current earnings limit without losing their full allowance, using a gradual reduction instead.
- A tax-free mileage rate of 55p per mile for the first 10,000 work miles would become permanent, with the rate above that level rising from 25p to 35p per mile.
- The government plans to provide two weeks of paternity pay to self-employed fathers.
- The Conservatives criticized the package, saying it would not offset the effects of higher taxes and living costs.
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