James Murray

James Murray

Labour (Co-op) — Ealing North

Speaking in the House of Commons on 12 November 2026

Debate

Hospitality Sector VAT: Local Economies, Employment and Growth

Contribution

I am sorry to hear from the hon. Member about the challenges that the business in her constituency is facing. Let me be clear on the point I made so that there is no misunderstanding: if there were a reduction in the rate of VAT, it would be for businesses to decide how to use that benefit. Were the rate of VAT to be cut, how that was used—whether to strengthen finances, support employment or be passed on to customers—would be a decision for businesses to take.

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