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The landline tax is a UK government initiative that adds 50p per month to landline bills to fund superfast broadband upgrades. The tax was included in the finance bill to raise up to £175 million annually over seven years. Critics argue the tax is insufficient to fully upgrade broadband networks and unfairly impacts people on fixed incomes, such as pensioners, who rely on home phone service. Discussions on WindowsForum cover the policy's implications, including its effectiveness and fairness.
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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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