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Progressive vs. Regressive Taxes: Who Pays More?
2nd March 2025
Taxes play a crucial role in shaping the economy—but do they affect everyone equally? In this video, Geoff Riley, Co-Founder of tutor2u, breaks down progressive and regressive taxes in the UK, using real-world examples to show who pays more and why.
📌 Key topics covered:
✅ What are progressive taxes? (E.g., UK Income Tax)
✅ What are regressive taxes? (E.g., VAT, Tobacco Duty, Fuel Duty)
✅ The impact of taxes on different income groups
✅ Why progressive taxes help redistribute wealth
✅ Why regressive taxes hit lower earners harder
🎯 Whether you’re studying for A-Level Economics, IB Economics, or GCSE, this video will help you understand these essential tax concepts in a clear, engaging way.
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Geoff Riley
Geoff Riley FRSA has been teaching Economics for over thirty years. He has over twenty years experience as Head of Economics at leading schools. He writes extensively and is a contributor and presenter on CPD conferences in the UK and overseas.
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