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24 July 2008
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Interview: EU's Kovács backs 'Robin Hood' tax on oil firms  [FR] [DE]

In an exclusive interview with EurActiv Hungary, EU Taxation Commissioner László Kovács backed the idea of applying 'Robin Hood' taxes to oil companies as a means of compensating the poor for soaring fuel prices.

ListNews:   No agreement on tackling fuel prices at EU summit
Commission to double tobacco prices in new member states  

The Commission has proposed harmonising minimum taxes on tobacco products to cut down on smuggling and eventually deter smoking through increased prices.

ListNews:   Commission launches tobacco-taxation review
ListNews:   Commission wants EU-wide smoking ban in public places
EU to cut VAT and ease state aid for SMEs  [DE]
Interview: De-regulated labour markets 'much more dynamic'  [FR] [DE]
EU to step up fight against VAT fraud  [FR] [DE]
EU to consider VAT cuts on green goods  [FR] [DE]
EU finance ministers to set sights on tax havens  [DE]
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Flat tax

Flat tax  [FR] [DE]

'Flat tax' is a recurring issue in the new member states these days, and calls for tax cuts and simplification are also coming from elsewhere in Europe. (read more)

Fuel Taxation

Fuel Taxation 

In its draft Directive, tabled in July 2002, the Commission proposes to create a separate tax category for commercial diesel fuel, with a single level of excise duty applicable from 2010. (read more)

 
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  1. 24 - 25 July 2008
    Justice and Home Affairs Council (JHA)
  2. 25 July 2008
    EU-South Africa Summit
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