Written question asked by Lord Smith of Finsbury (Labour) on Monday, 5 October 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 19 October 2026. It was answered by Lord Pitt-Watson (Labour) on Monday, 19 October 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.

Choirs: Tax Allowances

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of proposals for a new choir tax relief ahead of the forthcoming Budget.

Answer

The Government recognises the importance of the creative industries and supports the sector through funding and through the tax system.

In considering any changes to existing tax reliefs or introducing new ones, Government must consider a wide range of factors, including the specific aims of the relief, the costs and complexity of designing and administering new provisions, and fairness. Decisions on tax are taken by the Chancellor at fiscal events, in the context of overall public finances.

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Type: Written question
Reference: HL3877
Session: 2026-27
Subjects: Tax allowances Choirs
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Choirs: Tax Allowances

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