asked the Minister for Finance if he will review the position outlined by the Irish Showmen's Guild requesting that fair-ground people should pay the same VAT (5 per cent) as those employed in the circus and the theatre.
Written Answers. - VAT Reduction for Travelling Funfairs.
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I am conversant with the case being put forward by the Guild for a VAT reduction for travelling funfairs. While I have considerable sympathy for their position, I regret to say that I am not able to provide a VAT concession in this area at the present time.