Solar supporters call on Chancellor to abandon VAT hike
The government says it has to raise VAT rates on solar and storage technologies because of EU law
VAT on household solar and storage is due to rise from five to 20 per cent on October 1
Businesses, campaign groups, industry bodies and the public have united to press the Chancellor to halt his proposed VAT increase on household solar and storage equipment, a move they argue will slow the...
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