18 December 2008 11:41 GMT

In response to the reduction of the VAT tariff from 17.5% to 15%, announced by the Chancellor of the Exchequer in his pre-budget report, The R&A has moved to pass the benefits of the cut onto spectators.

Those who purchase tickets from 1 December 2008 will receive food and beverage vouchers to reflect the 2.5% decrease in VAT. The vouchers will be redeemable at catering facilities across The Open Championship site at Turnberry.

“The R&A felt it absolutely necessary to incorporate the reduction in VAT for spectators visiting The Open Championship,” commented The R&A’s Director of Championships, David Hill. “The Championship has a very loyal spectator base and it is right that we pass this saving onto them.”

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