Polish parliament approves higher excise taxes on alcoholic drinks
The Sejm passed a law raising excise duties on various alcoholic beverages, with the additional revenue earmarked for the National Health Fund.
On Thursday, the Sejm adopted a package of measures that includes a new excise tax law raising rates on alcoholic products. The increase covers pure ethanol, beer, wine, intermediate products and cider, with the expectation that the extra revenue will be transferred to the Narodowy Fundusz Zdrowia. An amendment was approved that lowers the increase for cider and perry. The vote recorded 377 in favour, 59 against and one abstention. Following passage in the lower house, the legislation will be sent to the Senat for debate. The reforms are scheduled to become operative on 1 January 2027.
Why it matters
Higher alcohol taxes will raise drink prices and fund Poland's public health system.
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