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UK drinks industry unites in call on chancellor not to raise Excise Duty

With the industry already facing challenges such as stalled investment and job losses, representatives urge the Exchequer Secretary that ‘now is not the time’

Mia Willemsen
News and business reporter
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UK drinks industry unites in call on chancellor not to raise Excise Duty

Excise duty is a tax chargeable, in addition to any customs duty which may be due, on alcohol among other items. These alcohol duties are charged in the UK on beer, wine, spirits, and other alcoholic...

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