In the Spotlight - Alcohol tax hikes
By Michelle Russell | 23 January 2009
Tax hikes have taken centre stage in discussions between the alcohol industry and several national and state governments around the world over the last year. Michelle Russell reports on a global trend for raising drinks duty.
just-drinks articles are only available to registered users and members.
Join now for increased access
There are various access options to choose from. All provide instant access to the latest news, insight and expert analysis.
If you’re already a member, login here.
Tax hikes have taken centre stage in discussions between the alcohol industry and several national and state governments around the world over the last year. Michelle Russell reports on a global trend for raising drinks duty.
- Unlimited access to all the latest global beverage news and insight
- Expert analysis that puts the news into context
- Exclusive interviews with leading industry figures
- Monthly management briefings with detailed analysis on hot topics
- Personalised RSS feeds and email newsletters
- 10-year archive of news, insight and intelligence
- Discounts on just-drinks market research
- Plus much more
If you’re already a member, login here
More articles related to this one
Analysis - Heineken's deal with United Breweries
Heineken's deal to end the confusion surrounding its India business has few short-term financial advantages, but positions the brewer nicely for an expected Indian beer boom.
IRELAND: High tax sinks Government spirits revenue
High duty tax has caused the Irish Government's revenue from spirits sales to fall by a quarter in 2009, the Irish Spirits Association has warned as ministers prepare the country's 2010 Budget announcement.
UK: Pubs n Bars on the brink
There is uncertainty over the future of Pubs n Bars, afer the UK pub chain suspended trading on the UK stock exchange.
