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VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
VAT is a tax you pay on most goods and services. % of VAT What the rate…
In shops Any VAT due is already included in the price of something you buy…
You’ll pay a rate of either 5% or 0% VAT when certain energy-saving…
If you’re over 60, you pay a reduced rate of VAT (5%) on certain mobility…
You can only buy tax-free goods from shops: in Great Britain (England,…
Tobacco Duty is included in the price you pay for cigarettes, cigars and…
Fuel Duty is included in the price you pay for petrol, diesel and other…
Airlines pay Air Passenger Duty (APD) for every passenger who flies from…
Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) is usually included in the price you pay for…
A list of goods and services showing which rates of VAT apply and which items are exempt or outside the scope of VAT.
If you’re a VAT registered business, check if you can temporarily reduce the rate of VAT on supplies relating to hospitality, accommodation, or admission to certain attractions.
Find out how to use the Flat Rate Scheme, who can use it and how to apply to join the scheme.
Find out which types of food are zero-rated and which are standard-rated for VAT purposes.
Current VAT rates - standard 20% and rates for reduced rate and zero-rated items
How to account for VAT if you’re a contractor or subcontractor installing energy-saving materials and grant-funded heating equipment.
How to tax a beneficial loan arrangement for a director or employee.
Find out when you need to pay VAT if you provide holiday accommodation, caravans and camping facilities.
Check if you can get a reduction in your business rates bill with business rates relief and find out how to apply.
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