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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Henry Saker-Clark

UNCOVERED: Cost of pint to rise under new alcohol duty changes - The Untold Story

Wine and spirits industry leaders have issued a stark warning that businesses “have no choice but to increase prices” to remain viable, as a significant rise in alcohol duty takes effect.

The increase, confirmed by chancellor Rachel Reeves in November's autumn budget, sees alcohol duty escalate by 3.66 per cent, aligning with the Retail Prices Index (RPI) inflation.

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