Andy Burnham 'tax rises': London's income tax bill hits record £80bn as PM doesn't rule out more levies
- Posted on August 26, 2026
- By Evening Standard
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In brief
London's tax contributions have reached unprecedented levels, with income tax revenues climbing to £80 billion annually. The Treasury collected nearly £7 billion additional revenue from the capital in a single year, reflecting the city's significant economic output. Amid these rising figures, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has not dismissed the possibility of implementing further tax increases, raising concerns among residents and businesses about potential fiscal burden escalation.
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Andy Burnham 'tax rises': London's income tax bill hits record £80bn as PM doesn't rule out more levies
The Treasury raked in nearly £7 billion more from Londoners in just a year
