Great British Summer Savings scheme comes into effect for families

A new ride at Alton Towers had to be closed because of a burst pipe (Alamy/PA) -

A temporary VAT cut to reduce prices at family attractions such as zoos and theme parks as well as the cost of children’s cinema tickets and restaurant meals has come into effect.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the “Great British Summer Savings” measure – which begins on Thursday – as part of a package aimed at easing the impact on the cost of living from the Iran war.