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- Over 1,000 pubs in the UK have banned Labour MPs in protest against rising business rates and tax changes.
- Publicans, including Jeremy Clarkson, say these increases threaten viability.
- The #TaxedOut campaign initiated by Dorset pub owners highlights cost hikes up to £30,000, with VAT and wage increases compounding pressure.
- Labour MP Tom Hayes criticized the bans.
- Treasury officials say a £4.3 billion support package mitigates tax-hike impacts.
