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- Northern Ireland businesses seek tax cuts in hospitality to counter rising costs.
- Cafe owner Tiffany McKay notes competition from the Republic, where food-led VAT will fall to 9% this summer.
- The United Kingdom charges 20% VAT, making Northern Ireland less attractive to tourists.
- The finance minister supports a tax system to help local businesses compete.
- The UK Treasury warns regional VAT reductions could be complex and strain public services.
