PQ 536
536. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Health if he has considered the possibility of introducing a sugar tax on food stuffs with a high-sugar content; the potential health benefits to persons by reducing their intake of refined sugar; and the potential revenue to the Exchequer by introducing such a tax; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28355/15]
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536. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Health if he has considered the possibility of introducing a sugar tax on food stuffs with a high-sugar content; the potential health benefits to persons by reducing their intake of refined sugar; and the potential revenue to the Exchequer by introducing such a tax; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28355/15]
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