Deterrent measures against VAT regulations’ violators

Manama, Jan. 4 (BNA): The Industry, Commerce and Tourism Ministry has stressed that the teams of its general inspection centre and Consumer Protection Directorate will continue their inspection of commercial outlets and markets across the kingdom to ensure the sound application of the Value Added Tax (VAT). The inspection teams aim to ensure that VAT is not levied on basic commodities and services that are exempted from it, the Ministry said, pledging deterrent measures against violators, including fines, closure or referral to the Public Prosecution, in line with the laws and regulations in force in the kingdom. The Consumer Protection Directorate affirmed that the inspection campaigns would cover all outlets and sectors nationwide, calling on everyone to comply with the laws and regulations. It also called on consumers to report any violations by calling 80008001.