Devolved Administrations 2025-02-06
2025-02-06
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The Scottish National Party's deposit return scheme faced legal action from businesses seeking compensation for the costs associated with the regulation.
The SNP Government's deposit return scheme was a complete shambles, which the last Conservative Government stopped, preventing it from hurting Scottish businesses with more regulation and higher costs. The SNP Government are now facing legal action over the scheme, with businesses seeking hundreds of millions of pounds in compensation. I appreciate that you cannot comment on a live case, but will the SNP Government be solely responsible for any costs that may be incurred in handling the case?
The hon. Member is right that I cannot comment on the specific matter he raises, but I am happy to look at it and to write to him.
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Specific responsibility for costs was not confirmed or denied
Cannot Comment On A Live Case
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