- VAT on eligible goods donated by VAT-registered businesses to registered charities has been removed.
- This could encourage more donations, especially as charity giving has fallen sharply.
- Previously, donated goods could trigger VAT because businesses had reclaimed VAT on purchase.
- The relief has limits, and charities still cannot reclaim VAT on donated goods.
- Charities and not-for-profits should keep detailed records, as HMRC is increasing compliance checks.
Source: scottishfinancialnews.com
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