What VAT rate applies to the hospitality industry from 1 October 2021?
Supplies made by the hospitality industry that have been subject to a 5% VAT rate since July 2020, will become liable to 12.5% VAT between 1 October 2021 and 31 March 2022.
Changes to the Winter Support Package
The Chancellor has announced changes to the Winter Support Package, affecting the Job Support Scheme, Self Employed Income Support Scheme and business grants that improve the support available, particularly to businesses in High Alert areas.
new Covid-19 restrictions
A summary of the 5 additional Covid-19 restrictions announced by the Prime Minister today.
Eat Out to Help Out
If your business sells food for immediate consumption on your premises, has a dining area for eat in meals and was registered as a food business with your Local Authority on or before 7 July, you can register to participate in the Eat Out to Help Out scheme from 13 July.
Simpler licensing process for outdoor dining
Simplified licensing process for outdoor seating for pubs, restaurants and cafes will allow them to use car parks and terraces as dining and drinking areas, under their existing seating licenses.