Written Question·Treasury·UIN 35917

Museums and Galleries: Government Assistance

Tabled: 5 March 2025

Answered: 12 March 2025

Question

Bradley Thomas

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, pursuant to the Answer of 6 February of Question 29769 on Museums, what the cost of the VAT Refund Scheme was in 2024; and whether she plans to change the funding for the VAT Refund Scheme.

Answer

James Murray

Under section 33A of the VAT Act 1994, certain museums and galleries are eligible to reclaim VAT incurred on the non-business costs associated with providing free admission to the public. Further information about the scheme and its eligibility conditions...

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