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BUSINESS NEWSFrom 1 January 2010 the VAT rate has reverted back to 17.5% from 15%. This only affects standard-rated sales. There are no changes to sales that are zero-rated or reduce-rated for VAT. Similarly, there are no changes to the VAT exemptions.
One of the significant announcements in the Pre-Budget Report is a further increase in national insurance contributions (NIC) which is to take effect from 6 April 2011.
In the Pre-Budget Report changes were announced to the complex rules for the Special Annual Allowance (SAA) charge which affects those with substantial income who make significant pension contributions.
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