Originally Posted by
LGS6753
There's no difference in the underlying theory. There are wide variations in rate and scope between EU member states. But it can't be levied discriminatorily - i.e. if Germany has a 19% VAT rate it is payable by all EU citizens using that service (although non-EU citizens can in theory reclaim it).
On that basis the UK gov would be ok to drop the return APD on a roundtrip ticket as it would apply to all carriers/passengers, correct?