As part of its strategy to tackle alcohol fraud, the UK Government is launching the UK Duty Stamps Scheme. Under the scheme, bottles of spirits, wine or made wine (over 30%abv) destined for sale in the UK must carry a stamp to indicate that duty has been or will be paid. If you produce, store or supply spirits, or certain other drinks for the UK market, the UK Duty Stamps Scheme will affect you. You might even need to make changes to your business operations to meet its requirements. To prepare businesses for the introduction of the scheme in early 2006, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have produced two leaflets to raise initial awareness and give details about registering for the scheme. For a copy of the leaflets, or for further information please call: 0845 010 9000 or see the HMRC website: www.hmrc.gov.uk (click on Excise & Other)
