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Hospitality Industry: VAT

Asked by Suella BravermanReform UKTreasuryTabled Answered 5 September 2025UIN 70591

The question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will meet with representatives from small hospitality businesses to discuss (a) VAT reform and (b) the introduction of sector-specific reliefs.

Answered by Dan Tomlinson

The Government values the significant contribution made by hospitality and tourism businesses to economic growth and social life in the UK.

The Chancellor welcomes representations from hospitality businesses and meets with a variety of businesses, including those in the hospitality sector, as part of her role.

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