- 45 organizations in the cultural sector are calling for the planned VAT increase on their products and services to be scrapped
- Former State Secretary Van Rij proposed raising VAT on cultural, media, sports, and event services from 9% to 21%
- The increase would impact millions of Dutch citizens and lead to fewer visits to festivals and performances
- 82% of self-employed workers in the cultural and media sector expect the VAT measure to affect their income
- The organizations are urging the government to find alternative solutions to ensure accessibility to culture, sports, and media for all Dutch citizens
Source: accountancyvanmorgen.nl
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