Reduced 5% VAT Relief is Here but the Devil is in the Detail.
02 July 2026
With the temporary 5% VAT rate effective from 25 June 2026, now is the critical time to ensure you are staying compliant. While the headline rate reduction sounds straightforward, the detail could have real cost implications (and opportunities!) for your business.
NI Pubs, Bars, Hotels, and Restaurants Back UK Campaign for Hospitality VAT Cut
01 July 2026
Pubs, bars, restaurants, cafés and hotels across Northern Ireland are throwing their support behind a new UK-wide campaign calling on the Government to cut VAT for hospitality from 20% to 10%.
"Good Jobs" Bill Stalled for Now But Not Going Away
15 June 2026
The proposed “Good Jobs” Employment Rights Bill in Northern Ireland represents a significant shift in the regulation of workplace rights, with the hospitality sector likely to be among the most affected. As an industry heavily reliant on flexible staffing models, seasonal demand, and variable working hours, the reforms pose both operational challenges and potential long-term benefits.
BDO Webinar - VAT Cut for Kids
04 June 2026
As promised BDO have produced a short Webinar giving more information on the 5% VAT for Kids
vats the problem
03 June 2026
The hospitality sector has come together to launch #VATsTheProblem - a united campaign and petition calling for hospitality VAT to be reduced from 20% to 10%.
5% VAT Rate for Kids
01 June 2026
We have been pushing hard for a VAT cut for our sector and the announcement on the short term 5% VAT rate for kids, whilst far below what is needed, is glimmer of hope that we have moved the dial in how the Chancellor thinks about VAT.