Has the humble pasty been saved? The Government has signalled retreat on controversial tax rises on pasties, which were announced as part of the last Budget. The unpopular Treasury tax was targetted at hot food vendors and bakers.
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Brits are still undecided as to whether a proposed 'fat tax' on high-calorie foods would actually encourage healthier eating. A new YouGov poll found 45% would support a new tax on low-nutrient, high-fat foods but 45% would oppose such a measure.
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Fast food should be taxed like cigarettes and alcohol, say campaigners. A poll for Slimming World of around 1,000 members found that the majority would support a junk food tax if the money raised was used to subsidise the cost of healthy foods.
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