Important:

This petition was submitted during the 2019-2024 parliament

Rejected petition the government to reconsider the proposed removal of the tax rebate on gas oil

It has been proposed that the tax rebate on gas oil be removed
This will cause the fairground industry considerable increased costs
Thereby making some local fairs not financially viable
Putting the businesses of many families at risk

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The showmens guild of Great Britain represents the majority of travelling showmen
for over 125 years
This community has supported many local events fairs and galas
Helping numerous charities to provide fun days to thousands of children

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You may wish to sign this petition calling for the same action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/300530

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