Written questions

Swimming: VAT

Commons · Question 27567 · Tabled 7 Sep 2026 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 15 Sep 2026

Question

Asked by Ian Byrne

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if he will cut the VAT on swimming lessons for children.

Answer

Answered by James Murray, 15 Sep 2026

The Department for Education is working with third sector organisations, including Swim England, the Royal Life Saving Society UK, and National Water Safety Education, to support schools in delivering swimming lessons as part of the national curriculum. C...