Radiographers say bras are a basic necessity and should not be subject to VAT.

Diagnostic radiographers who carry out X-rays, MRIs and CT scans would later argue that the tax disproportionately affects women and could be considered discriminatory under the Equality Act.

They say musculoskeletal problems can be caused by ill-fitting bras, which can prevent people from working.

Delegates who put forward the motion at the three-day annual conference in Leeds on Tuesday said: “Those who wear a bra size D or above often experience back pain, shoulder soreness and neck pain due to the weight of their breasts. Pain in the head.

“Wearing a good-quality, well-fitting bra can alleviate some of these problems and reduce the time spent sick away from work due to musculoskeletal problems.

“Imposing VAT on bras disproportionately affects women. Taxing bras could be considered discriminatory under the Equality Act 2010.”

According to data collection website Statista, the average Briton spent £15-30 on a bra in 2020.

Currently, only women who have had breast cancer surgery (whether mastectomy, partial mastectomy or lumpectomy) are exempt from VAT on the purchase of certain bras.

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But radiographers are expected to liken bras to menstrual products and treat them as a necessity, meaning they should be excluded from tax.

Back in January, Value-added tax on vintage trousers canceled Brands, retailers, women’s groups and environmental campaigners launched a two-year campaign.

It follows what is called the opposite “Tampon Tax” In 2021, this means other menstrual products such as pads, tampons and menstrual cups will not be taxed.