Question to the HM Treasury:

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what recent representations he has received from stakeholders on reducing the rate of VAT on pet foods; and if he will make a statement.

VAT has been designed as a broad-based tax on consumption, and the twenty per cent standard rate applies to many goods and services, including pet food.

The Government keeps all taxes under review and continues to welcome representations on how the tax system can be improved.