Holidaymakers face higher air fares as new Budget 'green tax' on imported fuels announced by Chancellor John Healey could apply to jet fuel

Daily Mail - Oct 29, 2026

The Chancellor unveiled the proposed expansion of a Net Zero 'carbon charge' on refined oil products in yesterday's Budget, which also threatens to push up prices at the pumps for drivers.

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