Fury as gastropubs and pubs with playgrounds to be hit with a ‘nice pub tax’ in fresh blow for boozers

GASTROPUBS and boozers with playgrounds are among haunts that could be smacked with a higher tax bill, according to new guidance. HMRC have ordered officials to impose higher business rates on pubs in "attractive locations," such as near a lake, or located in "character properties”. Boozers which have swanky menus, offer a playground for children...