Horse racing in Great Britain On 6 October 2001, the Government abolished the turnover-based tax on betting, which had been 9% of the stake or the winnings, the punter having the choice to pay a certain small amount or an uncertain large amount. The tax, now based on gross profit, is now effectively indirectly levied on the punters, the cost being absorbed in the odds that bookmakers offer. The last 10 years in the UK has seen massive growth in online gambling. Punters are now going online to place their bets, where technology gives them access to a greater wealth of information and knowledge. Now
Motor tax in the Republic of Ireland reasons. As of 2014, annual motor tax rates for private cars on the emissions-based system range from €120 (0 g/km CO) to €2,350 (more than 225 g/km). Tax for motorcycles varies from €35 to €88. Vehicles 30 years old or more qualify for "vintage" motor tax status - a special low rate of €26 per year for motorcycles or €56 per year for all other vehicles. Motor tax can be paid in annual, half-year and quarterly instalments. The tax can be paid online or in person at Motor Tax Offices. There are a number of exempt vehicles: Motor tax in