Poland Lowers VAT on Fuel. Brussels Responds

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The European Commission is reviewing Polish regulations that reduced VAT on petrol and diesel from 23% to 8% as of October 3rd. Brussels reiterates that EU regulations do not provide for such a preferential rate for fossil fuels. However, the EC has not yet determined what action it will take against Poland. The reduction is part of the "Lower Fuel Prices" program and is expected to apply […] The article "Poland Reduces VAT on Fuels. The Europea…

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Since the beginning of October, drivers have been benefiting from the latest installment of the Lower Fuel Prices program. The government has decided to further reduce taxes included in gasoline and diesel prices, with the measures set to remain in effect until the end of 2026. One of the most important elements of the package is a significantly lower VAT. However, Poland's decision has caught the attention of Brussels, which has begun analyzing…

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Poland is currently the only EU country that applies reduced VAT on fossil fuels, according to the European Commission. Brussels is reviewing the new Polish regulations.

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The European Commission is analysing new Polish regulations reducing VAT on fuels, said Louise Bogey, the EC spokesperson responsible for taxes.

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The European Commission is analyzing new Polish regulations reducing VAT on fuel, Louise Bogey, the EC spokeswoman responsible for taxes, told RMF FM. Brussels argues that reducing VAT is not the most effective way to lower fuel prices for drivers.