VAT:Reduced rates
In EC Commission v French Republic (ECJ Case C-492/08) France applied a reduced rate of VAT to certain services provided by lawyers where they were funded in whole or part through legal aid from the State. The EC Commission applied to the CJEC for a ruling that this contravened Articles 96 and 98(2) of Directive 2006/112/EC. Advocate-General Jääskinen found in favour of the Commission.
Why it matters: The EC Commission is continuing its policy of infraction proceedings against Member States that do not comply with the provisions of Directive 2006/112/EC.
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