§ Mr. Laurence RobertsonTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what plans he has to reduce the level of VAT for the tourism industry; and if he will make a statement regarding his policy on the taxation of tourism. [56552]
§ Dawn PrimaroloWe have no plans for a reduced rate of VAT for tourism. Customs are, however, carefully studying a report by the British Tourist Authority on the scope for a reduced rate in this area.