Written questions

Hospitality Industry: VAT

Commons · Question 3978 · Tabled 21 May 2026 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 3 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Andrew Snowden

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will extend the VAT relief on summer activities to hospitality businesses such as hotels, bars and restaurants.

Answer

Answered by Dan Tomlinson, 3 Jun 2026

From 25 June to 1 September the Government is introducing a temporary reduced rate of VAT on children's menu meals and family leisure activitiesThe VAT relief is temporary - running over the summer months only -providing targeted support without undermini...