A VAT cut in the food, drink and hospitality sectors came into force this week following the Chancellor’s ‘Summer Economic Update’ last week.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is reportedly drawing up plans for temporary tax cuts and other measures to help boost the British economy as it emerges from lockdown next month.

Facing a steep recession triggered by the coronavirus outbreak, which could involve high numbers of job losses and business failures, the Chancellor is searching for ways to bolster the economy and boost spending.

It is thought that the Chancellor is considering a range of options, including a VAT cut, a reduction in employers’ National Insurance Contributions and business rates reform.

Businesses selling food, drink and physical products aren’t too late to get online and take advantage of a boom in eCommerce.

Some of these companies have been the worst affected by lockdown and many have pivoted towards online sales during the coronavirus pandemic. Reopening is now on the horizon for many businesses, but online sales could provide vital income support for companies that think they may struggle over the coming months.

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