date:Jul 19, 2012
eds from the levy are planned to go towards educational campaigns, improved enforcement and clean-up costs.
Wrigley, which commands around 75% of the UK gum market according to Euromonitor International, argues strongly against the tax.
Wrigley: Dental health and a license to litter
A Wrigley spokesperson told this site:Such a tax may deter some consumers from buying chewing gum and this could have a detrimental effect on the UK's oral health, as chewing gum is beneficial for dental health.