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Alessio Dell'Anna

Nanny State Index ranks European states based on tobacco, junk food and alcohol taxes and laws

Multiple studies have proven that raising taxes on alcohol and cigarettes contributes to cutting consumption and health risks. However, not everyone likes to be told what to do.

The 2025 'Nanny State index' says Lithuania is the most interventionist country in the EU when it comes to cracking down on unhealthy lifestyles through levies and bans.

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