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Poll: Should the Government introduce a vacant property tax?

The Social Democrats are calling for a vacant property tax to be introduced.

THE SOCIAL DEMOCRATS are holding their party conference this weekend, with proposals on cost-of-living measures and housing taking priority.

Alongside a full three-year rent freeze, the party are calling for the introduction of a vacant property tax to push landowners to bring properties back onto the housing market.

With this in mind, we want to know your thoughts on the matter.

Should the Government introduce a vacant property tax?

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Yes (11890)

No (3893)

I'm not sure/no opinion (747)

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