§ 19. Mr. TylerTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received calling for a reduction in the VAT rate for repairs and conservation work to churches and other historic buildings. [116621]
§ Dawn PrimaroloSince February, the Prime Minister and the Chancellor of the Exchequer have received about 5,000 letters, mainly from parishioners in Cornwall,
584Wasking for a reduced rate for repairs to churches. A number of letters have also been received asking for a reduced rate for historic buildings.