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On 10 July 2023, the Chancellor set out in a speech at Mansion House the government’s progress in delivering an open, green, and technologically advanced financial services sector that is globally competitive, while retaining our commitment to high international standards.
VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
VAT is a tax you pay on most goods and services. % of VAT What the rate…
In shops Any VAT due is already included in the price of something you buy…
You’ll pay a rate of either 5% or 0% VAT when certain energy-saving…
If you’re over 60, you pay a reduced rate of VAT (5%) on certain mobility…
You can only buy tax-free goods from shops: in Great Britain (England,…
Tobacco Duty is included in the price you pay for cigarettes, cigars and…
Fuel Duty is included in the price you pay for petrol, diesel and other…
Airlines pay Air Passenger Duty (APD) for every passenger who flies from…
Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) is usually included in the price you pay for…
How the Crown Hosting Data Centres framework provides physical datacentre space for public sector organisations.
‘Budget for Long Term Growth’ sticks to the plan by delivering lower taxes, better public services and more investment, while increasing size of economy by 0.2% in 2028-29 and meeting fiscal rules – taking the long-term decisions needed to build...
The Leadership College for Government equips public and Civil Service leaders with the skills, knowledge, and networks to solve today’s most complex problems. LCG is part of the Cabinet Office and the Government Skills and Curriculum Unit .
Centralised guidance for SMEs and departments on government’s commitment to support start-ups and small businesses via government procurement, and commit to paying them on time.
How to choose data tools and infrastructure that are flexible, scalable, sustainable and secure.
Spring Budget 2024 speech as delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.
Use this list to check if you can claim a fixed amount of tax relief (also known as 'flat rate expenses') for your work expenses if you're an employee.
How the government monitors imports into the UK.
Check which rates of Air Passenger Duty you need to pay if you’re a plane operator, and how to fill in your return to HMRC.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak makes a speech at the Business Connect conference.
Measures announced to give UK aviation and the SAF industry the certainty to keep creating skilled British jobs while ensuring air travel is fit for the future.
Help your team understand why they need to meet the website and mobile app accessibility regulations.
Adapt your technology operations, finance models and cost optimisation techniques to get the most out of the public cloud.
This guidance outlines how to make informed choices about your organisation’s reliance on cloud technologies.
Advice for British people living in Singapore, including information on health, education, benefits, residence requirements and more.
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