What is it seeking to achieve,-to what extent does the evidence to date suggest it is succeeding and what alternative measures could be adopted?

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This assignment addresses the following learning outcomes for this module:

LO1: Articulate and explain core principles of economic theory at an intermediate level.

LO2: Employ appropriate theoretical and analytical techniques to solve economic problems.

Assignment Question

Coined as the ‘Sugar Tax’, the Soft Drinks Industry Levy came into effect throughout the UK on 6 April 2018. Prepare an economic assessment of the policy: what is it seeking to achieve, to what extent does the evidence to date suggest it is succeeding and what alternative measures could be adopted?