VAT cut on domestic electricity bills confirmed

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Sep 15, 202600:02:48Government & Organizations

Legislation has been enacted that delivers on the government’s commitment to reduce the rate of VAT, from 5% to 0%, on domestic electricity bills from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027.

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