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Hypothetical increase in disposable income inequality in absence of direct taxes, EU MS
Tax-and-benefit systems act to address income inequalities in all Member States, but the redistributive impact of taxation differs between countries.
Addressing income inequalities
Social protection
Other expenditure
Tax to GDP
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
% G
DP
The level of total taxation differs between Member States. It largely reflects social choices in termsof tax revenues and government expenditure.
Latest taxation data
What makes a fair& efficient tax system?
Correctingincome inequalities
& promoting social justice
Fighting againsttax fraud, evasion
& avoidance
Developinga more
employment-friendly
environment
Stimulatinginvestment & growth
How do Member States’ tax systems perform in terms of efficiency and fairness?
Survey2016Tax Policies in the European Union
Taxation andCustoms Union
