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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…
Help you can get from your council’s Household Support Fund if you cannot afford to pay for essentials like energy bills and food.
If you buy a pet dog or cat, it’s important that you make checks to help combat the illegal trade in pet animals.
Trading hours for retailers, restrictions on Sunday opening and public holiday opening in England, Wales and Scotland
Find out when you must charge a minimum of 10 pence for single-use carrier bags, bags you're not required to charge for and the records you must keep and submit.
Schools set school uniform policy and must make their uniform policy. You should talk to the school if you think your child is being discriminated against.
Advice for British people buying property in Turkey, including information on legal advice, fraud, residence requirements and more.
Tax and reporting rules for employers providing clothing expenses and benefits, including uniforms and protective clothing
Find out about the VAT place of supply rules if your business sells digital services to private consumers.
This guide sets out essential information for British nationals wanting to buy property in Egypt.
Rent a property at a discount to help with the cost of saving for a deposit to buy a home. Information on who is eligible and how to apply.
How to get the VAT back on goods you buy in Northern Ireland from shops that offer tax-free shopping (VAT Notice 704/1).
How to pay the VAT due on your One Stop Shop VAT (OSS) Return and how long it takes for your payment to reach HMRC.
Guidance explaining why compulsory purchase orders are made, and what people's rights are to challenge them.
How councils can deal with abandoned shopping and luggage trolleys, including who to consult, disposal and claiming costs.
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