22 November 2013

Federal Member for Hume Angus Taylor says the Coalition Government is keeping its election promise to the people of Hume, with the House of Representatives last night voting to scrap the carbon tax.

“Local households and businesses have been left in no doubt about who wants to bring down their power bills and who doesn’t,” Mr Taylor said.

“This was an important vote for families in Hume on election day because repealing the Carbon Tax will create a stronger economy with more jobs, and families will be on average $550 a year better off.

“Only the Coalition Government is interested in helping Australian families with the cost of living.

“Since the election Labor has been saying it is ‘as one with the government’ on repealing the carbon tax. Yesterday in the Lower House, Labor had the chance to prove it, but once again confirmed it can never be trusted to keep its word,” Mr Taylor said.

“When parliament returns next month, the Carbon Tax repeal will be voted on in the Senate.

“If Labor votes then against scrapping the tax, it will be clear proof that nothing has changed under Bill Shorten.

“All that stands between families and an extra $550 is Electricity Bill Shorten.

“All that stands between boosting local jobs and boosting local business confidence is Electricity Bill Shorten.

“The Government will not stop until the carbon tax is gone. It’s time for Labor to step up and help Australian families and businesses by axing the tax,” he said.