UK Expands Sugar Tax to Include Sweetened Milk Drinks

The United Kingdom has extended its sugar tax to include certain milk-based drinks. This new rule targets ready-to-drink sweetened coffees and milkshakes sold in stores. The government aims to reduce sugar consumption and combat obesity. The original tax, introduced in 2018, already applied to sugary soft drinks. This expansion means manufacturers must now pay a levy on high-sugar milk beverages. The move encourages companies to reformulate their recipes to contain less sugar.