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If you have a disability, or are an organisation supporting disabled people, you may be able to claim relief from Customs Duty and VAT.
Claim relief on import duty and VAT when importing miscellaneous documents and related articles into the UK.
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…
Read about the changes that have been introduced by the Charities Act 2022.
Free and impartial help with money and pensions.
Access online catalogues and get quotes for the procurement of low value goods and services across the public sector.
Find out about which goods and services for disabled people and people aged 60 or over that you should apply zero or reduced rate VAT.
The guide to VAT rules and procedures.
Office Supplies Marketplace is an online directory of suppliers for the purchase of low value office supplies, such as stationery and paper, across the public sector
Find out about VAT relief that may be available if you’re a charity buying certain goods and building work for disabled people.
Get help with savings if you're on a low income (Help to Save) - how it works, what you'll get, eligibility, how it affects your benefits and how to apply online.
Find out if you can get VAT relief if you're having building work done in your home related to your disability.
How schools can get value for money, avoid fees and find local agencies who complete thorough background and safeguarding checks.
Find out when you can zero rate VAT for advertisements and goods used for the collection of donations.
Everyone aged 60 and over will continue to receive free prescriptions, the government has confirmed today.
Office Supplies Marketplace is an online directory of suppliers for the purchase of office supplies, such as stationery and paper, across the public sector
Use a simpler calculation to work out income tax for your vehicle, home and business premises expenses
Toolkit to help put together a case for the future funding of handyperson services locally
Check whether you need to report and pay any tax on income you make apart from your main job or earnings.
How to get VAT relief if you’re buying goods because of your disability.
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