The British Government decided to replace an outdated system for raising local government finance, the rating system which was based on property, with one based on individuals. That was quickly dubbed a 'poll tax'. Opposition was strong and a rally in London prior to the tax's introduction became a riot.
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The British Government decided to replace an outdated system for raising local government finance, the rating system which was based on property, with one based on individuals. That was quickly dubbed a 'poll tax'. Opposition was strong and a rally in London prior to the tax's introduction became a riot.
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