Question reference: S6W-21583
- Asked by: Clare Haughey, MSP for Rutherglen, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: 19 September 2023
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Current status: Initiated by the Scottish Government. Answered by Elena Whitham on 20 September 2023
Question
To ask the Scottish Government when it will publish its review of the minimum unit price.
Answer
I am pleased to announce that today we have published the Scottish Government report on the operation and effect of Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) in its first five years.
Later today, we are launching a consultation on the continuation of the minimum unit pricing legislation beyond 30 April 2024, when it is otherwise due to expire. We believe our proposals strikes a reasonable balance between the positive public health benefits and any effects on the alcoholic drinks market and subsequent impact on consumers.
The consultation builds on Ministerial engagement with business and health stakeholders which has taken place throughout the summer and is supported by an interim Business and Regulatory Impact Assessment which will also been published today.
We would encourage everyone to take the time to respond to the consultation.