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Written question asked by Tracy Brabin (Labour) on Wednesday, 3 March 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 March 2021 (named day). It was answered by Jesse Norman (Conservative) on Monday, 8 March 2021 on behalf of the Treasury.


Motorcycles: EU Countries

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what discussions he has had with the EU on allowing motorcycles purchased in the UK to be moved and used in the EU, without the need to pay EU VAT, where those motorcycles are temporarily in the EU for a recreational period and will not be sold in the EU.

Answer

Discussions about VAT on goods have featured as part of discussions with the EU in the context of the Withdrawal Agreement.

The VAT treatment of goods entering the EU, including on a temporary basis, is a matter for the EU. EU Member States are responsible for the implementation of those rules.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
162671
Session
2019-21
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
EU countries Motorcycles Sales VAT
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk