CARE HOME VAT

Early day motion 37, tabled 27 June 2001 by Paul Burstow (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 54 members.

That this House notes with concern a decision by the London VAT Tribunal that will add VAT charges to care home bills; believes this decision would result in uneven treatment between home care and residential care; and calls on Her Majesty's Government to remove any uncertainty by amending VAT regulations.

Signatures by party: Labour 23, Liberal Democrat 18, Labour/Co-operative 5, Plaid Cymru 3, Conservative 2, DUP 1, Scottish National Party 1, UUP 1.