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Scotland Bill

Proceeding contribution from Alan Reid (Liberal Democrat) in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 21 June 2011. It occurred during Debate on bills on Scotland Bill.
I agree with one of the hon. Gentleman's points: alcoholic drinks should be taxed on alcohol content. There is a practical problem with his amendment, however. It is my understanding that he wants to increase taxes on alcohol in Scotland, but if alcohol is then priced cheaper just across the border in Berwick or Carlisle, surely a lot of revenue will be lost by people nipping across the border to buy their drink?
Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
530 c244 
Session
2010-12
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Legislation
Scotland Bill 2010-12
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