ABTA is continuing to act on the issue of unfair credit and debit card chargebacks on behalf of Members, lobbying on this matter and providing guidance.
Following discussions with ABTA HMRC has confirmed that once the transition period ceases on 1 January 2021, the VAT charged on holidays through the Tour Operator Margin Scheme (TOMS) on travel outside of the UK will be zero rated.
UK’s economic recovery will be dependent on a strong travel and tourism industry - Government must get behind travel industry now to ensure its viability
ABTA has written to local authorities in England urging them to make Local Restrictions Support Grants available to travel businesses following the new nation-wide lockdown.
ABTA says the global travel industry has an opportunity and responsibility to rebuild in a more sustainable way following the coronavirus crisis, but that urgent action from the UK Government is critical in helping boost consumer confidence.
