Petition · past parliament · HM Treasury
Stop charging VAT on all care services for disabled people
Closed
119 signatures
What the petition asks
I propose that all care services should be VAT exempt for all disabled people, regardless of provider and without the need for a care plan written by a doctor or social worker. A simple declaration, as is the case for equipment, should suffice.
Currently VAT exemption is only granted if part of a care plan written by a doctor or social worker. Given the difficulties getting appointments with these professionals we believe this is an unnecessary hurdle and adds to the burden on social care and the NHS.
VAT exemption is also only available if the care provider is a charity, public body or regulated welfare provider. These services can be hard to access. All self funders deserve to choose the best provider for them, regardless of company status.
VAT exemption is also only available if the care provider is a charity, public body or regulated welfare provider. These services can be hard to access. All self funders deserve to choose the best provider for them, regardless of company status.
Timeline
| 28 Feb 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
119
Status
Closed
Department
HM Treasury
Opened
28 Feb 2024
Closed
29 May 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.