Scotland passed a bill on Tuesday, February 25 that will ensure free tampons and pads in public places.
This will make period products available to all who need them — and they’re the first country to do so.
ADVERTISEMENT Meanwhile, elsewhere in the world, Kenya abolished the VAT on these products in 2004. Canada repealed its 5% tax in 2015, and India has repealed its 12% tax. According to Reuters, this bill passed with 112 votes. Pads and tampons will be readily available at designated spots including community centers, youth clubs, and pharmacies, at an estimated annual cost of the equivalent of $31.2 million. Thank you to everyone at @CWUnews @cwu_scotland for your commitment to #freeperiodproducts - the poster still has pride of place in my parliamentary office ✊https://t.co/33FlgdkfM2 https://t.
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