Scrap the roll tax
Did you know there is a 20% VAT charge on loo roll, but not helicopters?
Scrap the roll tax
Did you know that toilet paper is considered a luxury item -subject to an extra 20% VAT, while things like helicopters are tax-free? New research from eco-friendly toilet paper brand Who Gives A Crap reveals that 70% of the British public is unaware that VAT is charged on toilet rolls, whilst caviar, helicopters, and marshmallow teacakes are all considered essentials, and are therefore VAT-free.
We believe this is unacceptable and that everyone should have access to basic hygiene products like toilet paper, shampoo or nappies. This is why we have signed the petition calling on Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt to scrap the ‘Roll Tax’ in the upcoming Spring Budget, with almost nine in ten (88%) Brits backing the move.
Ruth Brock, CEO of The Hygiene Bank said
We know that people are, in increasing numbers, struggling to afford essential hygiene products due to the pressure of the cost-of-living crisis. It’s crucial that we remove VAT from toilet rolls to help bring prices down and support those facing hygiene poverty.
By scrapping the Roll Tax, an average UK household would be saving £8.74, which is equivalent to:
• 3.2 days of petrol and diesel
• 2.5 days of household gas and electricity
• 1 month of fresh milk
• Over 2 weeks of fresh fruit and vegetables