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flag M&S faces backlash over a pricey, tiny strawberry cream sandwich caught in a tax dispute.

flag Marks & Spencer (M&S) faced backlash for its limited-edition Red Diamond Strawberry & Creme Sandwich after customers complained it was too small and overpriced at £2.80. flag The sandwich, inspired by Japanese "sweet sandos," is at the center of a tax dispute with UK's HM Revenue and Customs. flag HMRC argues the dessert should be taxed as confectionery, but M&S benefits from zero VAT on current classification.

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