Impose a one-year 1% additional tax on all annual salaries to fund UK defence

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openHM Treasuryby Christian SmithOpened 29 July 2026

Background

Impose a temporary 1% tax on the annual salaries of all working individuals for one year. The revenue would go solely to funding improvements in the UK’s military capabilities.

Additional details

This could bolster the UK’s defence and protection during potential future conflicts, and thereby safeguard the security of future generations.

Where it’s popular

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Source: UK Government & Parliament Petitions service. Petition ID: 775668.