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Tribunal Rules ConquerMaths Not Exempt as Examination Service Under VATA 1994

  • The case involved whether ConquerMaths was an examination service exempt from VAT.
  • ConquerMaths is an online tool for students, parents, and teachers.
  • It does not lead to qualifications and allows flexible use.
  • It includes many diagnostic tests and a few tutoring videos.
  • Users spend more time on tests than videos.
  • The product includes exam-format worksheets for offline completion.
  • The issue was whether it was an assessment tool or an educational tool.
  • The Tribunal used an objective test to determine its nature.
  • ConquerMaths was deemed a teaching product, not an examination service.
  • The appeal was dismissed, and the product was not exempt from VAT.
  • The decision suggests careful application of examination and education exemptions.

Source: marcusward.co

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