Grrrrrrr - VAT Online down

[Gonzo]

Did not know the online one was potentially slower to process. Just assumed it would come out of the account as a usual bank transfer and be done in two or three days.

It is easier / less costly for them to take the money by direct debit, so they do give you a small incentive if you pay that way.

As is frequently stated, the VATman is totally reasonable to deal with, unlike his Inland Revenue cousins.