Theme parks built around Lego bricks, owned by Merlin Entertainments
The government has confirmed that most under-16s will not pay for travel on most local bus services throughout August, easing cost pressures during the school holidays. The Department for Transport is also promoting VAT cuts on family-friendly attractions and a new bus fare cap set to start next year.
The government has introduced a temporary VAT cut on children’s meals, cinema and attraction tickets to ease cost of living during the summer holidays. The measure, announced by the Chancellor, is designed to help families, with firms free to pass on the saving. The scheme runs until September 1 and covers parks, zoos, cinemas and restaurants.