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The VAT rate changes back to 17.5% from 15% on the 1st January 2010.

Some customers will be keen to take advantage of the old rate for new work. If they pay for work in advance before 1 January 2010 the rate is 15% even though the work will not be done until after 1 January 2010... More

Reduced rate of VAT on the installation of energy-saving materials and systems

You can pay the reduced rate of VAT at 5% on the installation of some energy saving materials and systems in residential accommodation, or in a building intended for use solely for a relevant charitable purpose. However, if you supply energy-saving materials without installing them your supply is at the standard-rate.

 

The reduced rate also applies to the grant-funded installation of certain heating equipment and certain security goods, (in the sole or main residence of a qualifying person), this includes the price of the equipment itself.  However, if you supply heating equipment or security goods without installing them your supply is standard-rated, even if it is grant-funded.

 

See HMRC Vat Notice 708/6 (August 2006) for further information at http://tinyurl.com/ykgvbpg

 

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