Archives for April 9, 2003

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Beer duty increase branded 'a tragedy'

The decision by UK Chancellor Gordon Brown to increase the duties payable on beer has been met with dismay by a brewing sector already burdened with taxes.

Competition set to increase in global drinks market

Competition in the world's leading drinks markets is due to get fiercer as consumers in the developed world continue to increase their consumption, according to drinks industry analysts Canadean.