End of Trump tariffs on whisky sparks row between Scottish parties
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 10:33 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian Business
The announcement that US President Donald Trump will lift tariffs on scotch whisky has led to a dispute between Scottish party leaders over who deserves credit for the decision. The SNP claims it played a significant role, but Labour rejects this claim.
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