HC Deb 04 July 1983 vol 45 c23W
Mr. Hanley

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the current turnover threshold for value added tax; and what are the equivalent figures in other member countries of the European Community.

Mr. Hayhoe

The information is as follows:

£ sterling (exchange rates as at 29 June 1983)
Country Annual limit Type of limit*
United Kingdom 18,000 Taxable turnover
Luxembourg 2,575 Tax exclusive turnover
Denmark 716 Turnover
Irish Republic
Businesses mainly
involved in supplying
services 12,1831 Turnover
Other businesses 24,365
Germany 5,135 Tax inclusive turnover
Netherlands 470 Tax
France 116 Tax
Belgium no exemption
Italy
Greece does not yet have a value added tax.
*As shown in the table exemption limits differ in kind between EC countries. In addition they are often operated in conjunction with special schemes for small traders.

Mr. Viggers

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received about the continuation of value added tax zero rating relief for building alteration services supplied by the construction industry.

Mr. Hayhoe

I shall let my hon. Friend have a reply as soon as possible.

Mr. Greenway

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will approve a special value added tax scheme for the taxing of sales of secondhand horses and ponies on the dealer's gross profit margin; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Hayhoe

I shall let my hon. Friend have a reply as soon as possible.

Mr. Viggers

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will make a statement on the value added tax treatment of building alteration work.

Mr. Hayhoe

I shall let my hon. Friend have a reply as soon as possible.