Sugary drink tax drink has seen a decline in soda consumption by more than 20 percent. Philadelphia's tax of 1.5 cents/oz took effect on January 1, 2017. The Measure D soda tax was approved by 76% of Berkeley voters on 4 November 2014, and took effect on 1 January 2015 as the first such tax in the United States. The measure imposes a tax of one cent per ounce on the distributors of specified sugar-sweetened beverages such as soda, sports drinks, energy drinks, and sweetened ice teas but excluding milk-based beverages, meal replacement drink, diet sodas, fruit juice, and alcohol. The revenue generated
Federation of Tax Advisers Federation of Tax Advisers The Federation of Tax Advisers (FTA) is an established professional body concerned with UK taxation issues and is limited by guarantee in the United Kingdom (UK). Its purpose is to encourage the study of taxation and to promote best practice in the administration of taxation in the UK. The FTA regulates professional tax advisers on a voluntary basis. The FTA campaigns for a fairer and less complex tax system. It also provides a qualification and regulatory structure for its members. The IFA provides members with all the necessary tools to successfully operate as tax advisers providing