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Expanded Zero Rating for Prescribed Drugs in UK VAT Benefits Healthcare Sector

  • Expanded zero rating for prescribed drugs in the UK effective from 11.10.2023
  • Relevant for pharmacies and dispensing doctors
  • Zero rate now applies to supply of drugs through patient group direction
  • Patient group direction allows healthcare professionals to supply drugs to pre-defined group without prescription
  • Zero rate is a taxable supply for VAT purposes, allowing recovery of VAT incurred on associated costs
  • Positive change for pharmacy and healthcare sectors
  • Guidance note published on 9th October 2023 available on GOV.UK

Source: centurionvat.com

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