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A Brief History of VAT

  • VAT is a consumption tax levied on goods and services at every stage of production and distribution, designed to be a broad-based tax and a significant source of government revenue.
  • Its origins can be traced back to the mid-1950s, and it was officially adopted by the EU in 1977 as part of the Sixth Directive.
  • The UK implemented its VAT system in 1973, with a standard rate of 25%.
  • There has been opposition to VAT, particularly from small and medium-sized enterprises and low-income individuals.
  • Both the EU and the UK have made adjustments to VAT rates over time, with the EU introducing the VAT Information Exchange System and the Mini-One-Stop-Shop.
  • The UK’s decision to leave the EU has meant new VAT challenges and opportunities.

Source Taxually

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