Aug. 15 2021
Source Page: Government to introduce world-leading ban on shark fin tradeFound: The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has put a spotlight on animal welfare.
Asked by: Alex Norris (Labour (Co-op) - Nottingham North and Kimberley)
Question to the HM Treasury:
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether visitor attractions which include gym elements, such as adventure climbing centres, are eligible for the temporary reduced rate of VAT of 5% on admissions.
Answered by Jesse Norman
The temporary reduced rate of VAT for hospitality and tourism was introduced on 15 July 2020 in order to support the cash flow and viability of businesses in the hospitality and tourism sectors which have been severely affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
For the purposes of this relief, attractions include admission to shows, theatres, circuses, fairs, amusement parks, concerts, museums, zoos, cinemas, exhibitions and similar events. While HMRC would need to assess the facts of each case individually, admissions to attractions which include gym elements, such as adventure climbing centres, included as a part of the entry fee to the whole attraction would be eligible for the temporary reduced rate of VAT of 5 per cent.
Jun. 17 2021
Source Page: The tourism recovery plan. 62p.Found: Includes Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, Bounceback and other loan schemes, the VAT cut, the Culture
Jun. 11 2021
Source Page: Tourism Recovery PlanFound: Includes Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, Bounceback and other loan schemes, the VAT cut, the Culture
Mentions:
1: Alex Sobel (LAB - Leeds North West) Zoos and aquariums do not wait; they continue with the inadequate zoo animals fund—which many in the - Speech Link
2: Tulip Siddiq (LAB - Hampstead and Kilburn) officially told to close.To add insult to injury, the company is now facing repayments for a loan under the coronavirus - Speech Link
3: Grahame Morris (LAB - Easington) Minister, in the time I have left I want to urge you to extend the coronavirus job retention scheme to - Speech Link
Inquiry Publications Jun. 09 2021
Committee: Public Accounts CommitteeFound: Across the seven schemes the Department had allocated and paid out the following amounts: 1. the Coronavirus
May. 17 2021
Source Page: Step 3 COVID-19 restrictions posters: 17 May 2021Found: For more information and detailed guidance visit:gov.uk/coronavirus OVERSEAS TRAVEL Check whether
May. 17 2021
Source Page: Step 3 COVID-19 restrictions posters: 17 May 2021Found: For more information and detailed guidance visit:gov.uk/coronavirus OVERSEAS TRAVEL Check whether
Mentions:
1: Lord Greenhalgh (CON - Life peer) The Government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic was focused on two things: protecting lives and - Speech Link
May. 12 2021
Source Page: Action Plan for Animal WelfareFound: The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has put a spotlight on animal welfare.