Taxation of Red Diesel
At the beginning of October (2006) the UK submitted its application to the European Commission to retain a derogation that allows for the use of ‘red diesel’ in private pleasure craft. This derogation allows the UK to charge a reduced rate of fuel duty for ‘red diesel’. This page sets out the progress of this application.
- John Healey announces application to renew red diesel derogation
Press Release from the Treasury - Oct 17th 2006
- Use of Red Diesel by Private Pleasure Craft - Outcome (PDF, 37K)
Letter from John Healey MP explaining the outcome of the application to the European Commission - Dec 13th 2006
