Taxpayers want more control of how their money is spent — and there is a way to give it to them
In the recent past, there has been a significant increase in taxpayers voicing their belief that a tax revolt is the correct way to deal with the current crisis of confidence in government. It is interesting to note, however, that even though the screws have been tightened considerably on individual taxpayers, it is not the actual quantum of tax that is of substantial concern to taxpayers generally. Rather, it is the uses to which the tax collections are being put. For example, the suggestion has been made in some circles that taxes be withheld from the government and paid into a trust account instead. From what I understand, the objective would be to hold the taxes in a trust account until such time as confidence in the use of tax funds has been restored. This demonstrates a willingness to pay tax, provided that funds are used appropriately. Many South Africans feel they should have more say in how their tax contributions are used. Of course, this would put strain on the ability of...
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