
Remove VAT charges for all applicable licensed public-hire taxis, including London black cabs. Buses and trains are zero-rated for VAT under the VAT Act 1994. All licensed taxis, regardless of income, should receive the same treatment as public transport to support clean, accessible travel.
Heidi Alexander
Transport Secretary
Remove VAT on all public utility bills
Remove the Reverse Charge VAT for trade contractors and subcontractors
Cut VAT for local hospitality – for Pubs, Cafes & Restaurants
Reduce VAT on public electric vehicle charging to 5% in line with home charging
Do not increase VAT
Remove VAT charges for all applicable licensed public-hire taxis, including London black cabs. Buses and trains are zero-rated for VAT under the VAT Act 1994. All licensed taxis, regardless of income, should receive the same treatment as public transport to support clean, accessible travel.
Remove VAT on all public utility bills
Remove the Reverse Charge VAT for trade contractors and subcontractors
Cut VAT for local hospitality – for Pubs, Cafes & Restaurants
Reduce VAT on public electric vehicle charging to 5% in line with home charging
Do not increase VAT