Overhaul unfair road tax system

THE vastly differing rates of road tax levied on motorists are based on an flawed interpretation of “environmental responsibility” and are in need of complete re-structuring.

We have a totally artificial road-tax regime whereby owners of post-2008 cars are effectively subsidised by those who either do not need to, or wish to, have a new car at this time.

It is in effect turning the maxim that “those who can best afford should pay more” on its head.