Remove VAT from text-to-speech voices for computer operating systems

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closedHM TreasuryOpened 15 October 2025Closed 15 April 2026

Background

Make text-to-speech voices for computer operating systems VAT zero rated, or eligible for UK Disability VAT Exemption.

Additional details

Assistive technology software applications designed for people who have visual impairment, dyslexia etc are eligible for UK Disability VAT Exemption, however the text-to-speech voices that such software use are not VAT zero rated or eligible for UK Disability VAT Exemption We ask that text-to-speech voices are given the zero rated VAT status, or UK Disability VAT Exemption eligibility as with other reading aids.

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Source: UK Government & Parliament Petitions service. Petition ID: 742631.