UK trade associations representing the alcohol and retail sectors have joined forces to condemn the Scottish Government’s proposals for a ban on alcohol advertising and promotion.
Nine trade bodies representing beer, wine, spirits and retailers, in addition to the Retail of Alcohol Standards Group (a panel of major UK retailers), have signed a joint letter warning that, if the proposals go ahead, they will cause significant harm to Scotland’s businesses and will ultimately push up prices for consumers.
This follows a similar open letter sent earlier this month from Scotland’s distilleries and brewers, voicing concerns that banning alcohol from sponsoring sports and cultural events and removing branding from pubs could destroy Scotland’s drinks industry.
