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Protecting Scotch Whisky worldwide

As a registered "Geographical Indication" (GI) in many overseas markets including the EU, Scotch Whisky is protected from misuse, imitation, evocation and any other practice liable to mislead consumers.

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Made to be Measured

Learn more about how Scotch Whisky is made to be measured, sipped and savoured responsibly.

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A Responsible Industry

We would like people to enjoy drinking Scotch Whisky, but it is important they do so responsibly. As such we are active in the promotion of responsible drinking and in our constructive engagement with national and international authorities to help reduce harmful drinking.

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Environmental Strategy 2018

The Scotch Whisky Association is delighted to announce that it has achieved its 2020 non-fossil fuel target four years ahead of schedule.

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2050 vision for Scotch Whisky set out at annual conference

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SWA welcomes UK-South Korea trade continuity

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Scotch Whisky Technical File Amended

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SWA helps to inspire next generation of Scottish exporters

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SWA comments on USTR tariff list

The Scotch Whisky Association comments on the inclusion of Scotch Whisky on the USTR tariff list.

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Alcohol duty review 'vital for competitiveness'

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SWA statement in support of Distilled Spirits Council testimony to USTR

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SWA is co-signatory on British Glass letter

The Scotch Whisky Association has signed up to the open British Glass letter to underline sustainability concerns around the proposed Deposit Return Scheme.

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Scottish Parliament raises a glass to 525 years of Scotch Whisky

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Organisations come together for Scotch Whisky Action Fund learning event

The SWA has this week hosted a learning event featuring projects that received support from the Scotch Whisky Action Fund, which aims to tackle the effects of alcohol misuse.

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Scotch Whisky Association welcomes pledge for duty system review

Read the SWA response to the recent announcement of a review into the UK alcohol duty system.

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