Landline duty
The measure
Introduction of a new duty charge on owners of telephone lines (referred to as 'landline loops'). The rate will be £0.50 per line per month.
Who will be affected?
It is likely that the duty will be passed down the supply chain from telephone operating companies to end users.
When?
The duty has effect on or after 1 October 2010.
Our view
This new duty is likely to increase telephone charges for consumers.
