VAT Exemption for Welfare Services Applies to Both English and Welsh Operations, Tribunal Rules

• Cascade Care Ltd lost its appeal against HMRC; the VAT exemption for welfare services applies to both English and Welsh operations.
• The company argued the exemption did not apply in Wales due to differences in regulatory Acts.
• The Tribunal found it permissible to read words into the legislation to correct an obvious drafting error, including Welsh Acts in the definition of “state-regulated.”
• The decision ensures VAT is applied consistently across the UK for welfare services.
• The appeal was dismissed, confirming HMRC’s interpretation.

Source: claritaxnews.com

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