VAT
Coverage of VAT in the Nexus archive.
- Colombia’s July 20 Tax Reform: The Handover Fight and What It Means for Foreigners
The outgoing Petro government plans to submit a tax reform in Congress on July 20, but the incoming government opposes it, claiming fiscal policy should be their responsibility. The reform may affect VAT and income taxes impacting foreigners.
- Tom Kerridge says 'hospitality isn't employing right now' and urges next PM to slash VAT
Tom Kerridge states that the hospitality industry is not employing effectively and calls on the next Prime Minister to reduce VAT. He emphasizes the need for policy changes to support the sector.
- Parents have shouldered VAT on school fees with a groan
Parents are burdened by VAT on school fees, and the decline in privately educated pupils has been less severe than expected.
- Labour left tell Burnham to rip up tax pledges: With Starmer a dead man walking, allies of PM-in-waiting say it's time to break manifesto promises on income tax and VAT
Labour left allies are urging Burnham to abandon tax pledges outlined in the manifesto, arguing that Starmer is no longer viable. The push involves breaking promises related to income tax and VAT policies.
- Prestigious £13,500-a-year school co-founded by Marvel star Tilda Swinton blames closure on Labour's VAT raid
A prestigious £13,500-a-year school co-founded by Marvel star Tilda Swinton blames its closure on Labour's VAT policy. The school attributes financial challenges to the VAT 'raid' by the Labour government.
- Reps panel recovers ₦521.8m VAT from CBN, pursues additional ₦33bn claims
A committee in the House of Representatives recovered ₦521.8 million in VAT from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) following an investigation into revenue leakages and non-compliance with procedures related to the Remita payment platform. The panel is also pursuing an additional ₦33 billion in claims.
- Top chefs back Andy Burnham for prime minister to cut VAT on hospitality
Chefs and restaurateurs have endorsed Andy Burnham for prime minister due to his proposal to reduce VAT on hospitality businesses from 20% to 10%, aligning with European rates. Tom Kerridge urged the hospitality sector to support Burnham, who is running as a Labour candidate in the Makerfield byelection.
- Now SNP could face a tax probe into whether it reclaimed VAT on bogus purchases made by Peter Murrell
The SNP may be investigated over potential VAT reclaims on purchases made by Peter Murrell. The probe focuses on whether VAT was improperly reclaimed on these transactions.
- Labour's VAT raid sees private school pupil numbers fall by 30,000 - with 20,000 fewer in last year alone
Labour's VAT policy led to a 30,000 decrease in private school pupil numbers, with 20,000 fewer students in the last year alone. The policy is linked to declining enrollment in private schools.
- Treasury rejected ministers’ plan to cut VAT on public EV charging to 5%
The UK Treasury rejected a plan to reduce VAT on public EV charging from 20% to 5%, despite the Department for Transport's support. The proposal, criticized as a 'pavement tax,' faced internal government disagreement, with charger companies indicating they would pass tax cuts to consumers if implemented.
- Reeves’s tax cut on children’s meals a political ‘soundbite’, say restaurateurs
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a temporary 5% VAT reduction on children's meals in restaurants from June to September to aid families and the hospitality sector. Restaurateurs criticized the move as a political 'soundbite' that will not significantly impact families or businesses.
- The UK's best days out this summer as Government cuts £300M worth of VAT on tickets - and how much you're likely to actually save
The UK Government has implemented a £300 million VAT cut on entertainment tickets for summer activities. The reduction aims to make days out more affordable for families and individuals during the summer season. The article provides information about popular attractions and potential savings consumers can expect.
- Send in the clowns: No help over energy bills as Rachel Reeves cuts VAT on family days
Rachel Reeves' government is cutting VAT on family entertainment days rather than providing help with energy bills. The policy decision prioritizes reducing costs for activities like circus visits over addressing household energy expenses. The move has drawn criticism for misaligned priorities during a cost-of-living crisis.
- UK launches ‘Great British Summer Savings’ to ease family costs
The UK government has launched the 'Great British Summer Savings' initiative to help families manage costs during the summer months. The program reduces VAT on entertainment venues including theme parks, theatres, zoos, and museums, making these attractions more affordable for families.
- Reeves cuts VAT on summer days out to 5% as part of cost of living support
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a VAT cut to 5% on summer attractions like theme parks and softplay centres during school holidays to support households with cost of living pressures. The government will also increase taxes on global oil firms operating in the UK to help fund these measures, while confirming a freeze on fuel duty increases.
- Is that it? Rachel Reeves cuts VAT on trips to Legoland to help with 'Trumpflation' shock - but DROPS 'Soviet' shopping price cap plan and no energy bills help
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a VAT cut on trips to Legoland as a response to inflation concerns, while abandoning a proposed shopping price cap and providing no additional energy bill support. The measures represent a limited response to economic pressures facing UK households and businesses.
- Labour U-turn over fuel duty hike branded 'too little, too late' as Chancellor Rachel Reeves clashes with angry white van man amid new figures showing she's raked in £500million VAT windfall thanks to sky-high pump prices
The Labour party has made a U-turn on fuel duty hike, which has been met with criticism for being too little and too late. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has faced backlash, including from an angry individual. The government has received a £500million VAT windfall due to high pump prices.
- Chancellor Rachel Reeves' claims of petrol pump 'profiteering' amid Iran war slapped down by competition watchdog, sparking fresh accusations she's the 'real profiteer' as her VAT windfall hits £350million thanks to rocketing prices
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faced criticism from the UK Competition and Markets Authority for claiming petrol pump 'profiteering' during the Iran war. Critics allege she benefits as the 'real profiteer' due to a £350 million VAT windfall linked to rising fuel prices.
- Planning shake-up in UK will pave way for easier charging of EV cars at home
The UK government plans to pass legislation this summer allowing automatic approval for pavement 'charging gullies' to enable easier home EV charging, particularly for households without off-street parking. This move aims to boost electric vehicle adoption and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.