- The Nationalist Party proposes lowering VAT to 7% for restaurants, claiming it will be partly self-financing through higher income tax from increased profits.
- The measure could result in cheaper prices for consumers or higher retained profits for restaurants, aiding business sustainability.
- VAT rates are currently inconsistent across catering establishments, creating an unlevel playing field.
- The proposal aims to make Malta more competitive with other Mediterranean destinations where restaurant VAT is lower.
- The finance minister is skeptical, estimating the measure would cost the government €140 million, while the catering association supports the proposal but calls for broader sector reforms.
Source: maltatoday.com.mt
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