MEPs vote against emissions tax plan which would hike diesel by 9%

Domestic and other European pressures on fuel prices are placing undue pressures on struggling businesses, angering farmers and transport workers.

MEPs meeting in Strasbourg have voted against a European Commission proposal for a CO2 emissions tax that could increase diesel prices by up to 9%. The proposal would apply across all EU member states, at a minimum of €20 per tonne of carbon dioxide.

However, it remains to be seen if the Taxation of energy products and electricity paper proceeds despite opposition.