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In keeping with the customary ABST relief from 15% to 5% during a Christmas weekend, the Cabinet decided that the practice will continue this year with Friday 16th<\/sup>, Saturday 17th<\/sup>\u00a0and Sunday 18th<\/sup>\u00a0December to be ABST reduction days.<\/p>\n

Both merchants and shoppers welcome the initiative since it spurs sales, eases the burden on the pocket during this festive season.<\/p>

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Merchants participating in the ABST Reduction period are encouraged to contact and register with the Inland Revenue Department.<\/p>

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CABINET NOTES: In keeping with the customary ABST relief from 15% to 5% during a Christmas weekend, the Cabinet decided that the practice will continue this year with Friday 16th, Saturday 17th\u00a0and Sunday 18th\u00a0December to be ABST reduction days. 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