§ Laura MoffattTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what plans he has to reduce VAT on goods purchased by charitable organisations for export to deserving causes in developing countries. [137515]
§ John HealeyCharities do not bear the cost of VAT on goods purchased for export outside the European Community. Charities are entitled to register for VAT and reclaim any VAT they are charged on goods they buy for export to developing countries.
This includes any VAT charged on the goods themselves and VAT charged on any other costs associated with the export of the goods.