Five NDC MPs introduce private member’s bill to repel betting tax

Some five Members of Parliament (MP) of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have introduced a private members bill to repel the betting tax.

They are: Madina MP Francis-Xavier Kojo Sosu, Ajumako Bisease MP Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, Bolgatanga Central MP Isaac Adongo, Ayensuano MP Teddy Safori Addi, and Tamale North MP Alhassan Sayibu Suhyini.

The proposal presented to the Clerk to Parliament on Thursday, November 7, 2024, is to amend the income tax (amendment) act, 2023 (ACT 1094) to repeal the withholding tax rate on winnings from lottery, and provide for related matters.

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