29/06/2026
This time last week, I had the privilege of attending No. 11 Downing Street to discuss the impact of VAT on small businesses and the Government’s Great British Summer scheme with MP Daniel Francis.
As a small business owner, I felt incredibly honoured to be invited and to have the opportunity to speak about the challenges businesses like ours face every single day.
Many people don’t realise that we pay 20% VAT on everything – admissions, parties, food and drink – on top of rising business rates, employer National Insurance contributions, increased wages, soaring energy bills and countless other costs. For many small businesses, it’s becoming increasingly unsustainable.
The Association of Indoor Play has been campaigning tirelessly to remove VAT on children’s play, making it more affordable and accessible for families while giving small businesses a fairer chance to thrive.
Here at Globetrotters Soft Play, we’ve worked hard to keep our prices as reasonable as possible because we know families are feeling the pressure too. We may look busy, but like so many independent businesses, we’re working incredibly hard just to stay afloat.
Supporting local businesses has never been more important. Whether it’s visiting us, recommending us to friends and family, engaging with our posts online, or making the most of initiatives like the Great British Summer scheme, every bit of support genuinely makes a difference.
Thank you to everyone who continues to support our little family business. We truly couldn’t do it without you, and we hope to welcome you through our doors very soon.
From one internet-shy business owner… thank you for reading. ❤️
