Rachel Reeves urged to apply VAT to private healthcare in bid to fund NHS
"Introducing VAT on private health provision could provide vital funding for the NHS and social care," Kinnock said. "Ending the VAT exemption to generate much-needed revenue is a reasonable and widely-supported step."
Coalition scrambles to reduce energy bills amid fears of more hikes from providers
The Government is making a desperate bid to stave off rising energy bills this winter, with plans to extend the lower rate of VAT on gas and electricity.
Workers to lose out in Budget 2026 as hospitality Vat reduction takes up majority of tax cuts
The Budget is currently earmarked for €1.5 billion in tax cuts next year, but reducing VAT for the hospitality sector could consume €1 billion of that allocation.
Workers to lose out in Budget 2026 as hospitality Vat reduction takes up majority of tax cuts
In October's Budget, €1.5 billion is allocated for tax cuts next year, but a €1 billion reduction in VAT for hospitality will limit potential income tax cuts.
High court dismisses challenges against adding VAT to UK private school fees
The judges noted that adding 20% to private school fees would not have been possible under EU law, highlighting how Brexit has influenced UK policy freedom.
Understanding VAT: Why It Matters and How to Comply
"VAT is a widely adopted indirect tax that significantly contributes to government revenue by being levied on goods and services at each stage of production and sale."