Taxation Rates

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Higher Rate of Income Tax
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A higher rate of income tax is applied to individuals with taxable income exceeding certain thresholds, different from the basic rate of income tax. In 2016-17, it was levied at 40% on income over £32,000, with an additional rate of 45% for income beyond £150,000.
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Landfill Tax
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In the UK, Landfill Tax is a charge on the commercial disposal of waste by way of landfill. As of the financial year 2016-2017, the standard rate is £84.40 per tonne, with a rate of £2.65 per tonne for 'less-polluting waste' (chiefly naturally occurring materials).
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