V4.273 Overview of zero-rating for books, magazines and similar publications

Part V4 Exemption, zero-rating and reduced rates
Commentary

V4.273 Overview of zero-rating for books, magazines and similar publications

This paragraph provides an overview of the zero-rating extended to certain publications which is conferred by VATA 1994, Sch 8, Group 3. It also examines a number of matters which are pertinent to all types of books magazines and similar publications. In particular it examines:

  1.  

    •     types of printed matter which are covered by zero-rating

  2.  

    •     physical and electronic publications

  3.  

    •     mixed/multiple supplies of books and other publications

  4.  

    •     deemed supplies of services which are covered by zero-rating

Types of printed matter covered by relief—books, magazines and similar publications (zero-rating)

VATA 1994, Sch 8, Group 3 provides for zero-rating of the following items:

  1.  

    •     books, booklets, brochures, pamphlets and leaflets (see V4.273A)

  2.  

    •     newspapers, journals and periodicals (see V4.273B)

  3.  

    •     children's picture books and painting books (see V4.273B)

  4.  

    •     music (printed, duplicated or manuscript) (see V4.273B)

  5.  

    •     maps, charts and topographical plans (see V4.273B)

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