§ Mr. Malcolm BruceTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what powers are available to him to offer a VAT rebate on holiday accommodation for visitors in the United Kingdom with particular reference to citizens of other EU states; and if he will make a statement. [126981]
§ Mr. TimmsThere is no mechanism to rebate any of the VAT paid by tourists on the holiday accommodation they stay in while in the United Kingdom.
§ Mr. Malcolm BruceTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will use the powers available to him to vary the rate of VAT on specific services on a regional basis; and if he will make a statement. [126980]
§ Mr. TimmsThe Chancellor has no powers to vary the rate of VAT on specific services on a regional basis.