On readit, somebody posted a breakdown for UK taxes. Welfare (23.8%) Health (19.9%) State Pensions (12.8%) Education (12%) National Debt Interest (6.1%) D

On readit, somebody posted a breakdown for UK taxes. Welfare (23.8%) Health (19.9%) State Pensions (12.8%) Education (12%) National Debt Interest (6.1%) Defence (5.3%) Public Order and Safety (4.3%) Transport (4.3%) Business and Industry (2.9%) Government Administration (2.1%) Housing and Utilities, like street lighting (1.6%) Culture, like sports, libraries, museums (1.6%) Environment (1.6%) Overseas Aid (1.2%) UK Contribution to the EU Budget (0.7%)