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Written question asked by Claire Hanna (Social Democratic & Labour Party) on Monday, 19 April 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 22 April 2021 (named day). It was answered by Jesse Norman (Conservative) on Thursday, 22 April 2021 on behalf of the Treasury.


Ice Cream: VAT

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if he will make it his policy to include ice cream products sold in ice cream parlours in the temporary VAT reduction for the hospitality sector.

Answer

The temporary reduced rate of VAT (5 per cent) was introduced on 15 July 2020 to support the cash flow and viability of about 150,000 businesses and protect over 2.4 million jobs in the hospitality and tourism sectors. Ice cream served for consumption on the premises in ice cream parlours or other food establishments will benefit from the reduced rate.

The reduced rate has been extended until 30 September 2021, after which a reduced rate of 12.5 per cent will apply for a further six months, until 31 March 2022.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
183311
Session
2019-21
Subjects
VAT Ice cream
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk