{"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/763748.json"},"data":{"type":"petition","id":763748,"attributes":{"action":"Reduce VAT for the UK Hospitality Industry to Support Pubs, Cafés & Restaurants","background":"Reduce VAT for the hospitality industry to help pubs, restaurants, cafés & hotels survive rising costs & protect jobs. The hospitality sector is facing unprecedented financial pressure from increased energy costs, supplier prices, staffing costs & taxation. Many are struggling to remain viable.","additional_details":"Reducing VAT on hospitality to 12.5% or lower, similar to the temporary rate introduced during the pandemic, would help businesses remain sustainable, keep prices affordable for customers & protect thousands of jobs across the UK.\r\n\r\nHospitality is a vital part of local communities and the UK economy. Without action, many businesses risk closure leading to job losses & empty high streets.\r\n\r\nWe urge the Government to reduce VAT for hospitality businesses to support the sector & safeguard its future.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":21,"created_at":"2026-03-09T13:44:07.981Z","updated_at":"2026-04-02T10:13:05.011Z","rejected_at":"2026-04-02T10:12:59.781Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-03-09T15:24:20.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:\r\n\r\nCut VAT for local hospitality – for Pubs, Cafes & Restaurants\r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/743021"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}}}