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New UK-EU Deal Could Boost Scottish Seafood Sales

4/21/2026

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  • A new UK-EU sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) agreement could boost sales of Scottish langoustines and oysters by reducing Brexit trade barriers.
  • It would eliminate physical checks and veterinary certificates, but it will not remove all paperwork for British exporters.
  • Shanker Singham noted that the UK has leverage in negotiations because of a trade imbalance, suggesting mutual recognition of standards.
  • Sam Lowe said dynamic alignment would reduce inspections, benefiting UK exporters.