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Breathing space for Scottish families and businesses at Budget

HM Treasury·Oct 28, 2026 · 9:40 AM CT
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UK Chancellor John Healey's Budget 2026 removes the 4% tariff on kerosene heating oil and extends 0% VAT on household electricity, measures the Treasury says give Scottish families and businesses breathing space. The Scottish Government also gets an extra £600 million for public services, with growth investments in Glasgow and Edinburgh.

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