Petition · HM Treasury

Abolish VAT on bottled water

Open for signatures 34 signatures

What the petition asks

UK government classifies bottled water akin to soft drinks, subjecting it to Value Added Tax (VAT). Meanwhile, tap water is considered essential to life, and is exempt from VAT.
I feel there seems to be a disconnect in recognising that natural mineral water and spring water are, in my view, more vital for health.

We think public trust in water regulators and providers in England and Wales is in decline, driven by concerns over sewage, pollution, and the perception that companies prioritise shareholder interests over the environment and customers.
Tap water is the cheapest water you can consume, natural mineral and spring waters are the premium of the category and the most expensive, and should not be subject to VAT.

Timeline

28 Jul 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 34
Status Open for signatures
Department HM Treasury
Opened 28 Jul 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 29 Jul 2026.