Taxes are the lifeblood of any functioning state, funding everything from healthcare to infrastructure, education to defence. Yet the fairness of the UK’s tax system remains hotly debated. Critics argue that despite its progressive intentions, the burden disproportionately falls on working-class families, while the wealthy and large corporations exploit loopholes and offshore arrangements to minimise their contributions.
Income tax in the UK is tiered, with higher earners paying larger percentages. However, the complexity of tax law and the prevalence of tax avoidance schemes muddy the wat…
