- The government received criticism for plans to abolish reduced VAT rates on cultural and sports activities
- The Senate passed a motion to include the plans in a separate bill, but the government rejected it
- The government believes the measures should be part of the Tax Plan 2025 for financial reasons and to allow businesses time to prepare
- The government will not implement the motion and will keep the VAT increase legislation in the Tax Plan 2025.
Source: fiscaalvanmorgen.nl
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