VAT AND STATIC CARAVANS

Early day motion 50, tabled 14 May 2012 by Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Social Democratic and Labour Party). Signed by 30 members.

That this House notes with concernthe proposals to make static caravans subject to the standard rate of VAT; recognises that thecaravan industry has already been severely hit by the recession, suffering more than 1,500job losses in 2008; further notes that this measure will put further pressure on the industry; further notes the impact that this measure could have on caravan parks and their surroundingbusinesses; commends the vital role played by caravanning in the tourism industry notably in rural and coastal communities; and calls on the Government to reconsider this measure.

Signatures by party: Labour 15, DUP 7, Liberal Democrat 2, Plaid Cymru 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Independent 1, Scottish National Party 1.