Everything You Need to Know About the Reduced Food VAT
Starting April 1, food VAT will be temporarily reduced as part of the government's initiative to lower food prices.
Restaurateurs Excluded from VAT Reduction: 'Unfair Playing Field'
Prominent restaurateurs in Stockholm express frustration over being excluded from recent tax reductions, citing severe industry challenges post-pandemic.
North Macedonia: VAT on fuels almost halved
North Macedonia has announced a significant reduction in VAT on fuels in an effort to combat rising fuel prices linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict.
Spain cuts VAT on fuel and electricity to curb energy prices
Spain's government introduced a €5 billion aid package aimed at mitigating rising energy costs due to the conflict in the Middle East.
RAUL PUUSEPP ⟩ Let's lower the VAT on staple food products to 13 percent
90% of Estonians support a reduction in the VAT on staple food items, with a proposal to lower it from 24% to 13%.
Spain: VAT reduction on fuels due to war, SER reported
Spain plans to reduce the VAT on fuels from 21% to 10% as part of relief measures in response to the economic impact of the Middle East conflict.
For distorting statements regarding the special tax on fuels, P. Marinakis accuses PASOK
P. Marinakis, the government spokesperson, reacts to remarks made by PASOK's spokesperson regarding the government's position on the opposition's request for a temporary reduction of the Special Consumption Tax and VAT on fuels.
EV charging tax 'slashed' plan as drivers without driveways 'penalised'
Ministers in the UK are urged to reduce VAT on public electric vehicle charging from 20% to 5% to alleviate higher costs for drivers without home charging options amidst rising fuel prices.
PASOK: Reduction of Special Consumption Tax and VAT on Fuels for the Duration of the Crisis
PASOK advocates for a reduction in fuel taxes to alleviate the financial burden on consumers amidst rising fuel prices due to the ongoing crisis.
RESEARCH ⟩ 90 percent of Estonians support lowering VAT on basic food items
A recent survey reveals that 90% of Estonians support a reduction in VAT on essential food items, particularly dairy products, fruits, vegetables, fresh meat, and bread.
A petition has been started for a temporary reduction in excise tax and VAT rates on fuel
A petition is underway to temporarily reduce excise duty and VAT on fuel in Latvia, highlighting the impact of fuel prices on households and businesses.
Juan Roig advocates for 0% VAT on food amid the conflict in Iran: "If raw materials rise, we will have to increase prices"
Juan Roig, president of Mercadona, calls for a reduction of food VAT to 0% due to potential impacts of the conflict in Iran on raw material prices.
The PP's anti-inflation plan includes doubling the tax deduction for children
The PP in Spain proposes fiscal measures to combat inflation, including a reduction of the VAT on energy and a 200-euro tax relief on personal income taxes.
Collision at Czarnek's Conference. PiS Candidate Strikes at Journalist
Przemysław Czarnek, the official PiS candidate for Prime Minister, proposes a temporary VAT cut and tax reduction on fuel amidst criticism of opposition leader Donald Tusk at a press conference, which led to a confrontation with a journalist.
After VAT Reduction: Restaurant Visits Are Not Cheaper
Despite a reduction in value-added tax, restaurant visits in Germany have not become cheaper, as revealed by a data analysis.
Citizens' initiative to reduce VAT on repair services progresses to Parliament
A citizens' initiative demanding a reduction in VAT on repair services has gathered the necessary support and is moving forward to be processed by the Finnish Parliament.
Signing an additional agreement on the low-price food product basket
Latvia's Economy Minister Viktor Valainis announced plans to expand the low-price food product basket with an additional agreement to be signed in early October.
5% VAT on Electricity? Poland Skeptical of European Commission Proposal
Poland expresses skepticism regarding the European Commission's proposals to lower electricity costs through tax reductions and budget adjustments.
Spanish artists and gallery owners demand a reduction in cultural VAT with a "sit-in" in various museums
Spanish artists and gallery owners staged a sit-in at various museums to demand a reduction in cultural VAT after perceived governmental inaction on the issue.
VAT is reduced to 8% for tourism activities during Carnival holidays
Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa has announced a temporary reduction of the Value Added Tax (VAT) from 15% to 8% for tourism services during the upcoming Carnival holiday period.
Lowered VAT: "Food should remain affordable"
With the recent VAT reduction for restaurants in Germany, some owners are still keeping their prices unchanged while others pass on savings to customers.
Greedy restaurateurs? The truth about the big VAT reduction
Despite a significant VAT reduction in the restaurant sector, data indicates that the industry is not sharing the increased profit margin with customers.
Art Galleries Across Spain Close Until Saturday to Demand a Reduction in VAT on Artwork Sales
Art galleries throughout Spain have closed until Saturday to demand a reduction in the VAT on the sale of artworks, protesting the current rate of 21% despite a EU directive suggesting a lower rate.
Spanish gallery owners will go on strike to demand a European VAT
Spanish contemporary art galleries will close from February 2 to 7 to demand a reduction of the 21% VAT that disadvantages them compared to their European counterparts.
Why are restaurants in Germany unlikely to become cheaper despite the VAT reduction?
German restaurateurs have high hopes for a VAT reduction, yet customers likely won't see a significant drop in prices after the tax decreases from 19% to 7%.
30% VAT Reduction: Cheaper Prices in Border Islands from New Year
A 30% VAT reduction will apply to 24 Aegean islands starting from New Year, leading to lower costs for households on various products and services.
AADE: Reduced VAT by 30% from New Year's Day in the Northern Aegean, Samothrace, and Dodecanese for islands with a population of up to 20,000 residents
The Greek tax authority AADE announced a 30% reduction in VAT starting January 1, 2026, for goods and services on certain islands with populations not exceeding 20,000.