Scotch whisky exports to the US drop 15% after Trump’s tariffs
Industry body urges UK government to ‘vigorously’ pursue deals with other countries
Industry body urges UK government to ‘vigorously’ pursue deals with other countries

Concern over rural economies as distilleries left with a surplus that has forced some to pause or scale back production

US president lifts duties on the drink following the British monarch’s trip to Washington

Britain has been pushed into an unusual trade deficit with its largest trading partner

Deal follows Scotland talks between Donald Trump and European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen

Uncertainty will linger as the president tests alternative legal options

Investigations could lead to fresh levies after US Supreme Court struck down many of Trump’s tariffs