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Find out which drinks are liable for the Soft Drinks Industry Levy, and how much you may need to pay.
How to label spirit drinks that you plan to sell in the UK.
How to apply to protect a spirit drink name under the UK GI schemes.
The legal alcohol limits for drivers in the UK - microgrammes, milligrammes
Rules you must follow to use a food or drink name registered and protected by a UK geographical indication (GI) scheme, and penalties if you do not comply.
How to work out the dilution ratio of your drink, and what records you need to keep about the dilution ratio for the Soft Drinks Industry Levy.
What to expect if you're sent to prison - prison rules and regulations, healthcare and education, prisoner rights
You may need to register for the levy if you produce or package liable drinks, and you're not a small producer.
Find out about applying for the Spirit Drinks Verification Scheme, how to submit brand information, fees and making sure your production process is compliant.
You could be imprisoned, banned from driving and face a fine if you're found guilty of drink-driving
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