SGF Two-minute Survey: Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) Future Pricing

MUP, as implemented in 2018, is subject to a sunset clause and will expire unless continued. The Scottish Government is reviewing its implementation and impact and considering whether it should continue. The Scottish Government’s proposes that the legislation should continue beyond 30 April 2024, and that the level of Minimum Unit Price should increase to 65 pence per unit.


With the consultation exercise underway, we are seeking your views on this critical issue for the sector.
Scottish Government Consultation Questions
1.Do you think Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) should continue?
2.Please provide comment on the Scottish Ministers’ proposal to continue MUP.
3.If MUP continues, do you agree with the proposed Minimum Unit Price of 65 pence?
4.Please provide comment on the proposed Minimum Unit Price of 65 pence.
Additional SGF Questions
5.What price should MUP be set at, from May 2024?
6.How much as the introduction of MUP impacted the sale of low price alcohol in store?
7.Do you agree or disagree that the introduction of MUP reduced the overall amount of alcohol purchased by customers?
8.Do you agree or disagree that the introduction of MUP has put the Scottish alcohol industry at a competitive disadvantage?
9.Please provide any further information or comments here: