Written question asked by James Wild (Conservative) on Friday, 29 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 2 June 2026. It was answered by Dan Tomlinson (Labour) on Monday, 8 June 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.

Agricultural Shows: VAT

Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the level of delays by HMRC in processing VAT rebate claims submitted by agricultural shows in respect of VAT exempt admissions income; and what steps she is taking to ensure timely processing of such claims.

Answer

HMRC are responsible for the effective management and oversight of the UK tax system. They consider all VAT rebate claims in line with VAT law including the fundraising exemption.

Where claimants provide all evidence required under the law, they will receive a decision within HMRC’s service standard.

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Type: Written question
Reference: 4330
Session: 2026-27
Subjects: Administrative delays Rebates Revenue and Customs VAT Agricultural shows
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Agricultural Shows: VAT

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