Vat Cut News

Labour mayors are being pressured to support a VAT cut for struggling pubs and restaurants, with the condition of imposing a holiday tax, amidst growing backlas

Hospitality leaders in Northern Ireland state that VAT cuts will not lead to lower prices for customers, with one Londonderry hotel manager calling such a sugge

The hospitality sector is advocating for a permanent reduction in VAT, urging the government to expand and extend the current temporary VAT reduction scheme.

A poll indicates that three out of four voters believe Andy Burnham's proposed flagship VAT cut will not help them with their bills, while there is more support

Michelin-starred chef Sat Bains is advocating for a VAT cut for restaurants and is promoting local businesses by offering deli versions of his dishes.

Burnham has pledged to lead a 'cost-of-living government' and announced an £850 million VAT cut on energy bills, making electricity bills VAT-free from October

The new Prime Minister's first major move, a VAT cut, is aimed at providing 'breathing space' for families regarding their energy bills.

Andy Burnham has pledged to address the cost-of-living crisis by proposing a VAT cut on electricity bills.

Scottish Government energy minister Stephen Gethins has called for further action from the UK Government on energy. He warned that the value of the VAT cut on e

A recent VAT cut on energy bills will reduce a typical home's annual bill by £45, based on Ofgem's current price cap of £1,862 a year. Critics argue this measur

A minister is being pressed for details on electricity bill savings, with the government claiming a typical home will save about £45 annually due to a VAT cut f

Burnham and Healey have committed to fiscal discipline after a VAT cut led to a funding dispute, with a former minister challenging the government's claim that

Andy Burnham is set to host his first cabinet meeting as Prime Minister, having announced a cut to VAT on electricity bills as his initial cost-of-living measur

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced an £850 million VAT cut on energy bills, aiming to alleviate the cost-of-living crisis and provide financial relief to

The new Prime Minister has announced a cut to VAT on electricity bills, a policy funded by cancelling Keir Starmer's Digital ID programme, according to Chancell

The UK government borrowed £16bn in June, £7.9bn less than in June 2025, according to the ONS, providing a boost for Andy Burnham's plans to cut VAT on electric