Written Question·Treasury·UIN 104007
Hospitality Industry: VAT
Tabled: 7 January 2026
Answered: 15 January 2026
Question
Rupert Lowe
Restore Britain — Great Yarmouth
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether she has considered introducing a reduced or tiered VAT rate for pubs and restaurants.
Answer
Dan TomlinsonThe Government recognises the significant contribution made by hospitality businesses to economic growth and social life in the UK. VAT is a broad-based tax on consumption, and the 20 per cent standard rate applies to most goods and services. Introducing ...
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