UK PM Burnham removes VAT on domestic electricity bills from Oct 1

Published Jul 21, 08:20 AM UTC

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced the removal of value-added tax (VAT) from domestic electricity bills, effective October 1. This is his first major policy initiative since taking office. The move is intended to lower energy costs for households and will be funded by savings from the cancellation of a £1.8 billion (US$2.42 billion) digital ID programme. The announcement was made on July 21, 2026, and reported by The Business Times.