A Global Timeline: When was the sugar tax passed?
                                
                                
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                                In March 2016, the UK government announced its intention to implement a Soft Drinks Industry Levy, but the question of when was the sugar tax passed is more complex, with different jurisdictions adopting their own versions at various times over the last decade. This global trend in taxing sweetened beverages reflects a growing concern over rising obesity rates and chronic disease worldwide.