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Scrap 20% VAT on memorial headstones and the service provided by memorial masons
Closed
60 signatures
What the petition asks
Recently my 5 year daughter 'fell asleep' and i was shocked to find out that VAT is applied on memorial headstones ,memorial vases etc.
How is VAT allowed in the first place, could someone explain to me how its a value added tax when you lose someone suddenly and unexpectedly.
How is VAT allowed in the first place, could someone explain to me how its a value added tax when you lose someone suddenly and unexpectedly.
Currently charities and faith groups are allowed to claim back VAT through the Memorial Grant Scheme so can this not be opened up to the general public or VAT not applied or together.
Timeline
| 24 Mar 2016 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 24 Sep 2016 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
60
Status
Closed
Opened
24 Mar 2016
Closed
24 Sep 2016
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.