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Composition of revenue over time

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  • Total revenue (lines)
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  • Total revenue (bars)
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Note: Figures for 2020–21 onwards are based on Office for Budget Responsibility forecasts.

Source: IFS revenue composition spreadsheet, available here.

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How have government revenues changed over time?
Last reviewed: 09/06/2021
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Key themes : UK tax history Revenues & spending

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