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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about the UK finance bill focus on a proposed 50p monthly landline tax to fund broadband upgrades. The tax, included in the finance bill, aims to raise £175 million annually for superfast broadband networks over seven years. Critics argue it will not generate enough revenue and unfairly impacts pensioners and those on fixed incomes. The thread examines the bill's implications for UK broadband infrastructure and public policy.
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UK News : 50p Tax increase to fund broaband upgrade
this just popped in my email box: "The controversial landline tax, designed to fund next generation broadband services, is to be made law before the general election. The 50p a month landline tax is to be included in this year's finance bill with the aim to raise up to £175million a year...- Highwayman
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