Petition · HM Treasury

Remove VAT on life saving equipment

Closed 42 signatures

What the petition asks

I want the government to remove VAT on life saving equipment. I wanted to purchase a defibrillator for residents in my area to use and was stunned to learn it was not VAT exempt.
I think this could save lives.

Timeline

7 Mar 2025 Petition opened for signatures
7 Sep 2025 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 42
Status Closed
Department HM Treasury
Opened 7 Mar 2025
Closed 7 Sep 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 21 Aug 2026.