Treasury minister signals no special VAT cut for Northern Ireland hospitality (opens original article in a new tab)

Northern Ireland hospitality businesses will not receive a special VAT cut to match the Republic of Ireland's lower rate, with the Treasury minister emphasizing national tax consistency at 20% across the UK.

• Treasury minister signals no special VAT cut for Northern Ireland hospitality
• VAT on food and catering in Ireland drops to 9% from July, while Northern Ireland retains 20% rate
• Great British Summer Savings programme reduces VAT to 5% on children's meals and family tickets