Budget 2011 response: Belgian bashing

Patrick King, Tax Principal, MacIntyre Hudson, was pleased to see few increases in the rates of duty on alcoholic drinks. 

However, he said: "I am somewhat surprised at the apparent 'Belgian Bashing' due to the significant increase in duty for high strength beer. Surely Brussels will have something to say about this!"

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Patrick King is available for budget comment. Contact Carole Scott or Kate Baker in the MacIntyre Hudson Budget Press Office:

Carole: 07791 253436

Kate: 07949 565585

MacIntyre Hudson landline: 0207 429 4100

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