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Spas told they must be certified to benefit from tax break

The Public Health Ministry yesterday told spa operators nationwide that their premises, services and safety had to be of a sufficient standard if they wanted to enjoy the 10-per-cent excise waiver introduced last month. ...full story at The Nation

from The Nation on Fri, Nov 06 2009

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