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SWA calls for support to realise full potential of UK-India FTA

“The FTA will bring long-term benefits for the industry, but the industry needs immediate support in order to realise the deal’s full potential. Distillers, especially smaller ones, are under significant pressure now – including as a result of tariffs in the US and a growing tax burden in the UK.

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SWA release joint statement with DISCUS

Scotch Whisky Association & Distilled Spirits Council of the United States release shared statement on UK-US trade

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“84 days. Back Scotch, support Scotland, and sustain growth across the UK.”

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Sustainability

Learn more about what sustainability means for Scotch Whisky - and how Scotch is becoming more sustainable from grain to glass.

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First Minister joins SWA in Washington DC to press for zero tariff trade

With just over a week to go before President Trump’s State Visit to the UK, the First Minister has joined a delegation from the Scotch Whisky Association. They will jointly engage with representatives of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) to advocate for a better deal including, ideally, zero-for-zero tariffs on spirits as part of the ongoing UK-USA trade negotiations.

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Tours, Trails and Tourism

Learn more about distillery tours in Scotland, including which Scotch Whisky distilleries are open from July 2020.

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UKHOSPITALITY JOINS SCOTCH WHISKY INDUSTRY’S CALL FOR A DUTY FREEZE

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SWA comments after joining the First Minister in Washington DC to press for the removal of tariffs on Scotch Whisky

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Trade bodies unite in demand for a spirits duty freeze

Rachel Reeves has been urged to deliver a duty freeze in the Autumn Budget

Bodies representing UK spirits companies have joined forces to push for fairer treatment that would deliver growth

Call comes amid further evidence that duty rises are not delivering Treasury revenue

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Policy & Campaigns

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International Trade

Scotch Whisky is the world's number one internationally traded spirit, with exports worth over £5.4bn in 2024. 44 bottles of Scotch Whisky were shipped every second to around 168 global markets, totaling the equivalent of 1.4bn bottles (70cl @40% ABV). Learn more about the markets its traded to, and the global trends.

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Responsible Drinking

Like any other form of alcohol, Scotch Whisky should be consumed in moderation. When consumed responsibly by adults, alcohol can be part of a balanced, healthy lifestyle and play a positive role in social occasions and celebrations.

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Code of Practice

The Code of Practice covers all commercial communications by Scotch Whisky Association members. This includes advertising, promotional materials and sponsorship.

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Responsible Marketing

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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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