VAT WARNING
“Traders are urged to effect changes honestly and transparently. Any unethical conduct or breach of the act will not be tolerated,” Mr Abraham said.
Tuesday 01 August 2023 | 14:32
Anyone found charging VAT on zero VAT-rated items will face the legal consequences as per Section 53(A) of the FCCC Act 2010.
This is the stern warning from the Fiji Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) chief executive officer Joel Abraham yesterday.
“FCCC has deployed its enforcement team on the ground for monitoring and surveys at stores nationwide,” Mr Abraham said.
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FCCC is also urging the public to be vigilant and assist the Commission in ensuring that consumers at large are protected.
“FCCC has offices located in each of the three divisions and the teams are deployed on the ground to ensure that customers are not exploited.
“Traders are urged to effect changes honestly and transparently. Any unethical conduct or breach of the act will not be tolerated,” Mr Abraham said.
He urges consumers to request for receipts when buying any product.
Traders are urged to seek assistance from FCCC should they require any further clarification pertaining to the FCCC Act 2010.
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