Despite criticism from the opposition, the Prime Minister reiterated: the Single Circulation Tax (IUC) for cars built before 2007 will even increase next year. This after she was challenged to reconsider the application of the measure.
Last Wednesday, António Costa argued during the biweekly debate that it is necessary to “make choices” when it comes to politics. And, said the Prime Minister, “between another 25 euros [anuais] from IUC or less 874 euros IRS”, his personal choice is to “reduce taxes on income from work and pensioners”, because he wants “greater social justice” in the country. “It’s very simple,” said the head of government.
Responding to Rui Rocha, the Prime Minister explained that this tax will cover two aspects (the car’s engine capacity and an environmental component). Therefore, he said, “the opposition must decide whether the climate emergency happens every day or only on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.”
Chega’s president, André Ventura, also criticized this measure when speaking about the budget, which he labeled a “scam”. “The Portuguese are going to hand over more money to the state,” he said, noting that the increase in the IUC is a disgrace that would make any democrat blush,” also accusing the executive of putting an end to tolls to cover up the old toll. SCUT with the increase in this tax.
According to the report accompanying the 2024 state budget, approximately three million category A (cars, registered until 2007) and 500,000 category E (motorcycles) will be covered, which will be taxed solely on the basis of engine capacity, without taking into account the environmental effects. component. The expected budgetary impact is 84 million euros.
Source: DN
