Written questions

Choirs: Tax Allowances

2026-05-12 · Treasury · 779 · Official question

James MacCleary

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether she will examine the potential merits of extending tax relief for orchestras to include choirs.

Answer

The Government recognises the importance of the creative industries, including orchestras, and supports them through funding and through the tax system. Orchestra Tax Relief (OTR) provides tax relief on production costs and provided around £50 million of ...