Sánchez, speaking at a press conference, said that, although Spain is managing to reduce inflation, the government has approved several measures to ease the high prices.
They include a six-month cut in VAT from four to zero percent for all staple foods and from 10 to 5 percent for oil and pasta.
The government said it will cut value added tax on essential foods such as bread, cheese, milk, fruit and vegetables and cereals to 0% from 4%. Pasta and cooking oils will have VAT slashed by half to 5%, Sanchez said.
In addition to the VAT reduction on certain products, which aims to cushion the impact of rising inflation, a 200 euro aid cheque for struggling families has also been approved.
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SaraConvenient context. It's a common tactic of tabloids. Funny though, certain countries only promise stuff like this, but then don't bother doing it, and then claim victory for it. In this case, it's quietly arranged and delivered, without all the victory claims. And yet, they're supposed to be the baddies. Funny world.
This is most welcome for people in Spain etc. Those who need to use food banks and can purchase some food are being helped. This action is a good one for everyone.
(sigh) Not just Mallorca, not just Balearics. This applies to all of Spain.