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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
National
Clare McCarthy

Irish shoppers could save hundreds on big ticket items after UK VAT-free decision

Irish people could be set to save hundreds of euro on big ticket items if VAT-free shopping for international tourists is introduced in the UK.

The new proposal by UK finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng would bring back sales tax free shopping for overseas visitors to boost the country's flagging retail sector.

Shoppers on the hunt for luxury items could come flocking to the British high street to avail of an effective 20 per cent discount.

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