London Fine Dining Group donates VAT savings to charity

3rd December 2008, 2:15pm

Since Chancellor Alistair Darling announced in his pre-budget report that VAT will be cut to 15%, senior management at London Fine Dining Group have decided to pass the difference from the standard VAT rate on to charity from 1st to 31st December 2008.

This means prices in London Fine Dining Group's eight restaurants will remain the same.

However, the VAT saving from each bill will be donated to the Restaurant Association's 'Meal Appeal' – a fundraising programme for children's charity Variety Club and Hospitality Action.

London Fine Dining Group owns seven restaurants – including Michelin-starred Zafferano and Aubergine.

Paul Singer, MD, says: "These are tough times for everyone – but particularly for those who are already below the poverty line. While we all might be struggling with the effects of the credit crunch and the imminent recession, it's important to remember that there are many people in a far worse situation than us. That's why we want to help out by passing on this saving to two extremely worthwhile causes. We're sure our loyal customers will back us on this all the way."

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