11.17.22

New VAT measures in budget

The Irish budget was published on 27 September 2022 and has incorporated a range of VAT-related initiatives. These include:

• Zero-rating of VAT on paper and digital newspapers and periodicals
• Extension of 9% VAT rate on gas and electricity to 28 February 2023 (this was initially due to expire on 31 October 2022)
• Zero-rating for range of medical supplies.

These measures will take effect from 1^st January 2023.