The levy on telecommunications has been increased by 5 percent from Wednesday.

The 20 percent levy that was introduced in the 2014 budget has now been increased to 25 percent.

Director General of the Telecommunication Regulatory Commission, Anusha Palpita said that there will be no change in the 10 percent levy charged on internet and broadband.

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