An Inspiring Partnership for Change: The Multibank VAT Relief Reception at the Financial Times
We were honored to co-host a high-profile, inspiring event at the Financial Times offices on 3 March 2026.
It was wonderful to hear from The Rt Hon Gordon Brown, Jon Slade (Financial Times), and John Boumphrey, (Amazon) regarding the importance of VAT relief. This change effective from 1 April 2026 removes the requirement for businesses to account for VAT on eligible goods donated for charitable distribution. We urge relevant businesses of all sizes to review their disposal of excess inventory and redirect it to anti-poverty charities.
A key moment of the evening was a new film, generously created and donated by Sky, featuring Multibank Ambassador David Tennant highlighting the call to action “Don’t Throw Away. Give Away.” Watch the film here.
For more information on The Multibank, ways you can help and VAT changes, please contact donate@themultibank.co.uk