Health Secretary Wes Streeting said the Government will end the exemption for milk-based beverages from the existing tax on sugary drinks Want a milkshake? Well Rachel Reeves will tax you for that (Image: Getty Images)

Milkshakes and lattes will be subject to a new sugar tax. Health Secretary Wes Streeting said the Government will end the exemption for milk-based beverages from the existing tax on sugary drinks.

The move will affect packaged milkshakes and coffees, but not drinks made on site in cafes and restaurants. It comes as Rachel Reeves blames sexism for criticism she's getting over the Budget

Mr Streeting told MPs: “Obesity robs children of the best possible start in life, hits the poorest hardest, sets them up for a lifetime of health problems and costs the NHS billio

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