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Fisheries: UK Trade with EU

Asked by Sir Ashley FoxConservativeScotland OfficeTabled Answered 25 February 2026UIN 908005

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the potential impact of a sanitary and phytosanitary agreement with the EU on Scotland's fishing sector.

Answered by Kirsty McNeill

The agreement to establish a common SPS Zone will bring a number of benefits for the Scottish seafood sector, with 65% of all UK seafood by value exported to the EU.

The removal of the need for Export Health Certificates and border checks, for example, saves both time and money. This could save UK businesses up to £200 per consignment and is vital for fresh and live fish that needs to reach markets quickly.

We are determined that this will be a good deal for the Scottish fishing industry.

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