The Government's review of alcohol taxation and pricing is offering an opportunity to submit proposals and/or evidence to inform the review. See the HM Treasury review of alcohol taxation and pricing page.
The review is being jointly led by the Home Office (leading on price) and HM Treasury (leading on Tax) in line with the Coalition's alcohol proposals. According to the Treasury:
The review of alcohol taxation will consider:
- the rates and structure of duty on different products;
- the differential between duty rates on low and high strength products; and
- the interaction between tax and price.
In considering potential tax measures, the review will consider a number of impacts including (but not limited to):
- tax receipts;
- impact on the industry and wider economy;
- public order and public health.
Potential tax measures will have to reflect the legal and
practical constraints on the alcohol duty regime. Measures will also
need to reflect the pressures on the fiscal position and the
Government’s commitment to reducing the deficit as its highest priority.
The Treasury indicates the review will consider measures including:
- potential options to increase the taxation of high-strength drinks; and
- other targeted measures that can directly impact on public order or public health outcomes
To contribute to the review; attend a workshop; or for any queries email the alcohol review team at [email protected].
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