NETHERLANDS assigns new VAT ID number to sole traders +++ AUSTRIA applies ECJ decision Vega only in individual cases +++ CZECH REPUBLIC implements a general Reverse Charge mechanism +++ GREECE plans reduction of VAT rates +++ UK plans to retain Intrastat returns also after Brexit +++ NORWAY simplifies registration for distance sellers +++ CROATIA sets a deadline for obligation to register in the Register of Beneficial Owners +++ AUSTRIA has raised threshold for VAT registration of small entrepreneurs +++ PORTUGAL extends deadline to pay VAT due +++ HUNGARY reduces VAT rate for accommodation services