Burberry boss says Brexit VAT changes put UK at ‘competitive disadvantage’

Jonathan Akeroyd says axing of tax break for tourists is damaging sales in retailer’s home marketThe boss of Burberry has complained that the UK is at a “competitive disadvantage for global shoppers” which has held back sales in its home market after the government ditched a VAT tax break for tourists.Jonathan Akeroyd, the chief executive of the luxury British brand best known for its signature check and raincoats, said sales to tourists had risen 19% in London in the three mon