§ Mr. Bob RussellTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received about the requirement that the Royal British Legion must pay value added tax on the supply of poppies produced at its poppy factory; and if he will make a statement. [R] [123659]
§ Dawn PrimaroloThere is no question of VAT being applied to poppies given in return for a donation. Customs are now consulting with the Royal British Legion about extending an existing concession so that it will cover materials bought to make up the lapel badge poppies.