Written questions

Theatres: Tax Allowances

2026-05-20 · Treasury · 4047 · Official question

Mr Lee Dillon

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of changes in acceptance rates for Theatre Tax Relief claims since the rate increased from 20% to 50%.

Answer

The Government recognises the importance of the creative industries, including the key role they play in driving economic growth. We support our world-leading theatre sector through the tax system and through funding. Since 1 April 2025, Theatre Tax Reli...