Local view for "http://purl.org/linkedpolitics/eu/plenary/2012-04-19-Speech-4-375-000"
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"I voted against this revision of the directive aimed at preventing distortions of competitiveness in the energy sector. In theory, it is about setting up common rules on taxation and permitted exemptions by setting minimal rates, essentially based on the quantity of energy consumed, beyond which the Member States are free to set their rates of taxation as they see fit. The introduction of a CO
based element is introduced to support the objective of a low-carbon economy.
The objective is admirable but it forgets two essential points. First of all, the harmonisation of European taxation standards removes the possibility of the Member States exempting certain sectors from energy taxation, in particular in the transport sector. What does this mean? The increase in transport costs will primarily affect those in economic difficulty. Secondly, energy taxation will essentially affect households: like VAT, it can only be socially unjust. To be effective and efficient, the fight against climate change and environmental protection in general must not forget social justice."@en1
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