#Tax
Tax
#Tax
Tax
Ah, taxes—the magical process where the government takes your money, spends half of it figuring out how to spend the other half, and then tells you they need more. Politicians, those ever-charismatic tightrope walkers of public trust, promise tax cuts while approving pay raises for themselves. Meanwhile, the government, an all-knowing entity with the efficiency of a sloth on vacation, assures you that your hard-earned dollars are being put to good use—like funding studies on why pigeons bob their heads. And when you dare question it? Well, that’s just unpatriotic.
Jersey Politicians Reject 5% Stamp Duty Hike Amid Affordability Concerns
- Wednesday, 02 April 2025
Jersey politicians voted against increasing stamp duty by 5%, with 41 members opposing the proposition, three supporting it, and one abstaining. Deputy Max Andrews brought forward the proposal to address affordability issues, citing that people are leaving the island due to high living costs. He argued that an increase in stamp duty would allow more families to afford their first homes. Housing Minister Deputy Sam Mezec opposed the increase, saying the previous rise had a positive impact and given first-time buyers a chance in the housing market.
