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Tips, gratuities, cover and service charges: proposals for further action
We're seeking your views on proposals to ensure the treatment of tips, gratuities, cover and service charges is fair and transparent.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk
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We believe that all discretionary payments for service should be subject to 3 broad policy objectives:
- clear to consumers that they are voluntary
- received by workers
- clear and transparent to consumers and workers in terms of how the payments are treated
The consultation document includes:
- the government’s response to the call for evidence
- proposals for further action
We’re seeking views on our proposals for further action.
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