- New electric vehicle rules could lead to VAT law changes for drivers at public chargers
- MPs to debate proposed changes to VAT rates on EV charging
- Conservative MP introduces bill to eliminate additional charges for public charging points
- Current VAT rate for public charging is 20%, while home charging has a 5% rate
- Lower VAT rate for home charging due to HMRC provision for domestic electricity usage
- Issue affects 30-40% of UK residents without off-street parking
- Second reading of the bill scheduled for June 13
- Public skepticism around net zero could increase due to VAT approach
Source: gbnews.com
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