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SWA secures GI protection for Scotch Whisky in the Philippines

Learn more about GI protection for Scotch Whisky in the Philippines

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Scotch Whisky industry underpins its commitment to responsible marketing

The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has appointed four new members to its Independent Complaints Panel (ICP) for its Code of Practice for Responsible Marketing of Scotch Whisky.

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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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Enjoying Scotch

Learn more about how to enjoy Scotch Whisky responsibly

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Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Discover why Single Malt Scotch Whisky is known all around the world as a premium product, due to the provenance and craft developed over centuries of distilling.

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SWA secures GI protection for Scotch Whisky in Indonesia

Scotland's national drink has secured enhanced legal protection in Indonesia after the Scotch Whisky Association's application to register "Scotch Whisky" as a Geographical Indication (GI) was successful.

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SWA Secures Certification Trademark for Scotch Whisky in South Korea

Scotland’s national drink has secured enhanced legal protection in South Korea after the Scotch Whisky Association’s application to register “Scotch Whisky” as a Certification Trademark was successful.

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ICP upholds SWA complaint regarding responsible promotion of Scotch Whisky

Find out more about The SWA’s Code of Practice for Responsible Marketing and Promotion of Scotch Whisky, recently upheld in a decision made by the Independent Complaints Panel.

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Scotch Whisky Action Fund pledges further support for innovative projects

The Scotch Whisky Action Fund has pledged ongoing support to two Scottish projects aimed at tackling the effects of alcohol misuse, as part of the industry's commitment to responsible drinking.

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Scotch Whisky Association welcomes new International Director

Ian McKendrick has joined the leadership team at the Scotch Whisky Association as International Director.

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SWA Calls for End to Trade Uncertainty as Half-Year Exports Show Growth

Scotch Whisky Association analysis of official HMRC figures shows that the value of Scotch Whisky exports increased by 10.8% to £2.19bn in the first half of 2019.

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SWA statement on US Tariffs for Scotch Whisky

The Scotch Whisky Association responds to news of a tariff on Scotch Whisky imports to the US.

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Scotch Whisky Action Fund Commits Support to Six New Projects in Scotland

The Scotch Whisky Action Fund has announced the six projects across Scotland that it will be supporting in the coming year.

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SWA welcomes continued duty freeze on way to fairer tax on Scotch

The Scotch Whisky Association comments on Chancellor Rishi Sunak's commitment to freeze spirits duty in the 2020 Budget.

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Scotch Whisky Industry Seeks Clarity on Business Support

The Scotch Whisky industry is seeking urgent assurances from Ministers on aspects of the government's business support package, announced last week as a result of the economic disruption being caused by coronavirus.

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