The Wine and Spirits Trade Association in the UK estimated the average seasonal shop for alcohol in the U.K. cost £171.66 or US$213.20. Photo: AFP The Wine and Spirits Trade Association in the UK estimated the average seasonal shop for alcohol in the U.K. cost £171.66 or US$213.20. Photo: AFP
The Wine and Spirits Trade Association in the UK estimated the average seasonal shop for alcohol in the U.K. cost £171.66 or US$213.20. Photo: AFP
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UK consumers pay more in tax on their Christmas booze than France and Italy combined

British concern group says it’s vital for there to be no increase for the wine and spirits duty

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Updated: 12:28pm, 20 Dec, 2016

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The Wine and Spirits Trade Association in the UK estimated the average seasonal shop for alcohol in the U.K. cost £171.66 or US$213.20. Photo: AFP The Wine and Spirits Trade Association in the UK estimated the average seasonal shop for alcohol in the U.K. cost £171.66 or US$213.20. Photo: AFP
The Wine and Spirits Trade Association in the UK estimated the average seasonal shop for alcohol in the U.K. cost £171.66 or US$213.20. Photo: AFP
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