“The Chancellor announced a temporary VAT cut from 20% to 5% for attractions from late June to 1 September.”

Rachel ReevesStatementMay 21, 2026Read the original

The Chancellor's 'Great British Summer Savings' package.

Our verdict

True

Reeves cut VAT on attractions, children's meals and children's tickets to 5% from 25 June to 1 September 2026.

What we found

The measure was part of a £300 million package responding to the Iran war's impact on living costs. The claim is accurate.

The evidence

Supports the claim
VAT slashed to 5% on summer attractions in the Chancellor's cost-of-living plan. [1]

How we checked

We checked the claim against Express & Star (PA). We reviewed 1 relevant source.

Sources

[1]Express & Star (PA) · VAT slashed to 5% on summer attractions in Chancellor's cost-of-living plan

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