ENDING THE ESCALATOR ON THE DUTY ON SPIRITS

Early day motion 1171, tabled 12 March 2014 by Lord Bruce of Bennachie (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 26 members.

That this House recognises the huge contribution the Scotch whisky industry makes to UK exports, totalling £4.3 billion in the last full year, and contrasts this with the long-term decline of the domestic market for Scotch whisky; and calls on the Chancellor to end the spirits duty escalator in this month's budget in line with the decision to end it for beer last year.

Signatures by party: Labour 9, Liberal Democrat 7, Scottish National Party 6, Independent 2, Conservative 1, Plaid Cymru 1.