In its Communication of 4 December 2006 (reference 16190/06 (Com(2006)742)), the European Commission confirmed that it would not be submitting a proposal to the European Council of Ministers for renewal of the UK’s derogation from the Energy Products Directive allowing a reduced rate of duty on fuel used in private pleasure flying.
There is no immediate change from 1 January as consultation with the aviation sector on implementation is needed and appropriate legislation will have to be enacted.