Weekly News Sheet for 21st March

Posted October 16th, 2006 by webmaster
in

You need to be registered with us to read the News Sheet (otherwise our download limit is used up sending the News Sheet to search engines!) Once you are logged in you can view one of the latest Weekly News Sheets by clicking on the appropriate attachment link below.

The WNS contains the latest news and details of special services etc.

Listed churches and VAT on repairs

On March 13th, 2010 johngaselee says:

-----

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Downing Street Petition on the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme

You probably know that VAT paid on repairs to listed churches can be reclaimed. This excellent system has been going for a decade, but is due to end in March 2011. This will be a real body blow for parish fabric appeals.

Churches are mounting a major effort to keep the scheme. Places of Worship at The Heritage Alliance (POW Alliance) has joined with forces with the Church of England and English Heritage in the campaign to preserve the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme beyond its planned expiry date of March 2011.

There is now a petition available for signing on the 10 Downing Street website. It can be found at http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/VAT-refundscheme/

Anyone can sign the petition on line. It is simple and straightforward.

VAT on Church Repairs

On March 17th, 2010 pbunce says:

John,

Thanks for bringing this to our attention. We are just about to claim back the VAT paid out on the roof valley gutter work and will do the same for the Cupola work later this year. We will certainly sign the petition. Lets' hope the scheme continues.