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UIN 186250

Alarms: VAT

answeredUnited Kingdom· UK Parliament· EN

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23 April 2021

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29 April 2021 · Answer

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29 April 2021

Summary

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment he has made of the possible merits of extending the zero VAT rating to personal safety alarms.

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  1. 23 April 2021

    Written question

    To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment he has made of the possible merits of extending the zero VAT rating to personal safety alarms.

    Source: Commons

  2. 29 April 2021

    Answer

    The Government already makes available a VAT relief on emergency alarm systems designed to be operated by a disabled person to call for help in case of illness or injury. VAT makes a significant contribution towards the public finances, raising about £130...

    Source: Written answer

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