date:Jan 22, 2020
pirits, both of which received a duty freeze at the last Budget, the revenue income was more positive with beer up 2.4% and sprits up 1.7%.
We recognise the fact that alcohol duty is an important revenue stream for Government to fund public services, which is precisely why we are calling for a 2% duty cut on wine and spirits, said WSTA Chief Executive Miles Beale.
A cut will not only boost Treasury coffers but also bring a boost post-Brexit to British businesses and consumers, whereas another