Figures revealed today show that since Labour came to power in 1997, car-related taxes have risen 50% with the average driver now paying about £1,800 a year in taxes related to driving. In addition to this, the British Chambers of Commerce estimate that the Treasury has received a £505 million windfall from fuel alone. Rising fuel prices mean that the Government has received £115 million pound EXTRA in VAT due to the rising price of fuel at the pump.

Commenting, Andrew Percy said, "Instead of acting to deal with the rising cost of living, Gordon Brown and this Labour Government has actually been able to take an extra £115 million from drivers by way of fuel duty. Once again, the Government is taking more in tax whilst hard working local people are taking a hit.

Labour don't understand rural communities such as ours here in Brigg and Goole where hikes in the price of fuel are felt especially hard. Add into this the rise in the cost of car tax, it is clear to see that drivers are being used to fund this Government's economic black hole.

No doubt our local Labour MPs wont feel this increase as they will continue to charge local taxpayers for their petrol bills!"