Such legislation would be a breeding ground for tax evasion. Taking a single couple into consideration, the the cut wouldn’t be so significant, but on a large scale the effects would have a tremendous impact on a country’s wellbeing. In addition, someone would have to pay for the deficit, and it is highly unlikely that the majority of single individuals would be willing to pay for another’s lifestyle. Apart from the economical consequences, the cut would also bring in its fair share of moral issues; people staying in marriages because they would not have the financial means to sustain themselves individually, which has a larger effect on the children – being raised in a miserable home – to the detriment of society at large.

The tax rebate for married couples is a double – edged sword. What must be considered is whether or not the benefit exceeds the cost, at large.