Taoiseach backs removal of VAT on newspapers

Taoiseach backs removal of VAT on newspapers

Taoiseach Micheal Martin addressing the 77th UN General Assembly in New York.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has given his backing for abolishing VAT on newspapers.

Speaking in New York, Mr Martin said he is “personally positively disposed” toward moving newspapers toward zero per cent, saying it is important to protect independent journalism.

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