Abolish VAT on e-books

Printed books are zero rated for VAT which is fine.  e-books which use far less energy to produce and distribute are VAT rated.  This is anomalous.  e-books are still the printed word – even if virtual – and are likely to become the preferred method of reading books.  To encourage their use e-books should be zero rated.

Why does this idea matter?

It will reduce energy consumption and encourage reading.