Consumers have expressed support for the government’s decision to remove the 12 percent value-added tax (VAT) on allowable system loss charges. Advocates described the move as a positive step toward alleviating the financial burden on electricity users.
While the removal of the tax is viewed as a constructive policy change, consumer groups have urged the government to implement further measures to address rising utility costs. The call for additional action highlights ongoing concerns regarding the affordability of electricity and the need for more comprehensive reforms in the energy sector.
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