Scotland can set a minimum price for alcohol, according to a ruling by the UK Supreme Court. The ruling rejected a challenge by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) in an unanimous judgement. The Scottish Parliament approved legislation for a minimum price per unit of alcohol early 2018, but court challenges have prevented its implementation. Ministers are expected to favour the 50p-per-unit-minimum outlined in this legislation. The proposals could be introduced in five years ago, making Scotland the first country in the world to introduce such a minimum price. The SWA has accepted the ruling.
Scotland can set a minimum price for alcohol, according to a ruling by the UK Supreme Court. The ruling rejected a challenge by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) in an unanimous judgement. The Scottish Parliament approved legislation for a minimum price per unit of alcohol five years ago, but court challenges have prevented its implementation. Ministers are expected to favour the 50p-per-unit-minimum outlined in this legislation. The proposals could be introduced in early 2018, making Scotland the first country in the world to introduce such a minimum price. The SWA has accepted the ruling.