1. Department: Beverage

Sugar tax expansion confirmed for Budget

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Ahead of tomorrow’s (26 November) Budget, health secretary Wes Streeting has confirmed that the soft drinks industry levy will be expanded to include pre-packaged milkshakes and lattes. Streeting told the House of Commons that the levy will include bottles and cartons of milkshakes, flavoured milk and…

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