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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,…
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How to notify the MHRA of your intention to carry out a clinical investigation for medical devices.
How to apply for a clinical trial including eligibility, phases, model IMPDs, costs and how to make changes to your application.
Social insights on daily life and events, including the cost of living, well-being and shortages of goods from the Opinions and Lifestyle Survey (OPN).
Check what type of drivers' hours rules you need to follow if you drive a goods vehicle or a bus or coach.
Updates on the programme to transfer rail services into public ownership and establish GBR as the body responsible for passenger services and infrastructure.
Comply with good manufacturing practice (GMP) and good distribution practice (GDP), and prepare for an inspection.
Information for manufacturers of medical devices on post-market surveillance, reporting adverse incidents and field safety corrective actions to the MHRA.
Take goods temporarily out of Great Britain using ATA Carnet, Returned Goods Relief, declaration by conduct, oral declaration, Duplicate Lists.
How to register your medical devices with the MHRA for the markets in Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
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