Pledge to take a stand for Fair Tax

Billions are missing from our public purse because some companies avoid paying corporation tax. Not only does this mean that less money is available for public services, but that smaller local businesses can’t compete.

At every level of Government, we need to tackle tax avoidance and promote businesses who pay their fair share – starting in your local area.

There is much councils can do to back fair tax in their own area, from demanding greater transparency to promoting local businesses who do pay their fair share. 20 Councils have now signed the Councils for Fair Tax Declaration, committing them to leading by example in their own tax conduct and also campaigning for greater powers to take fair tax into account during procurement,

Collectively, local authorities spend more than £40bn per year procuring goods and services our behalf. From cleaning to construction, councils can do business with hundreds of different suppliers. We want councils to be able to embed fair taxes into their procurement requirements – so taxpayer money doesn't end up stashed in tax havens.

Are you a councillor or councillor candidate? Add your name now to pledge that if elected, you'll support the Councils for Fair Tax declaration at your local council.

I pledge to take a stand on tax avoidance and support organisations who commit to responsible tax conduct. If elected, I will encourage our council to back the Councils for Fair Tax Declaration.

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