Press releases

A Kremlin's worth of office space provided to trade unions by public sector bodies

New research conducted by the TaxPayers' Alliance suggests public bodies are providing trade union representatives with office space in taxpayer-funded buildings at knock-down rates Government guidance says "restrictions should be placed on use of office facilities" but many bodies are ignoring that advice. Analysis demonstrates subsidised union activity in the same week that manymilitant... Read more...

New research reveals Foreign Aid failing to increase freedom in developing world

Extensive data study over the past ten years finds that foreign aid spending has no bearing on the freedom of ordinary people, the press or business in developing countries Ground-breaking report gives developing countries a "freedom score" and contrasts that with the amount of bilateral foreign aid given by the UK Government Of 20 countries studied, 10 countries... Read more...

New research: Taxpayers fund trade unions to the tune of £108 million

The TaxPayers’ Alliance (TPA) today reveals that trade unions received at least £108 million in subsidies from taxpayers in 2012-13, just £5 million less than in 2011-12. Our comprehensive survey shows shows that trade unions received an estimated £85 million in paid staff time (facility time) plus £23 million in direct payments in 2012-13. The research also demonstrates... Read more...

Stamp Duty is "unfair, unjust, and must be scrapped"

In response to criticism of Stamp Duty Land Tax by a number of MPs in today's Westminster Hall debate, Jonathan Isaby, Chief Executive of the TaxPayers' Alliance, said:"Stamp Duty is unfair, unjust and must be reformed. It stops ordinary families moving up the property ladder, discourages the elderly from downsizing,... Read more...

"No excuse" for Raytheon damages payout

Responding to news that the Home Office will have to pay some £220m to Raytheon after the termination of the eBorders contract, Jonathan Isaby, Chief Executive, said:"Taxpayers will be furious that the cost of yet another large Government project has spiralled out of control. Ending contracts early is sometimes the... Read more...

Meals subsidy a "slap in the face" for taxpayers

Responding to the revelation that taxpayers have subsidised politicians' meals across Welsh Government properties to the tune of £1,373,702 over the past four years, Jonathan Isaby, Chief Executive of the TaxPayers' Alliance, said: Read more...

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