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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Wine Quantities and Units of Measurement Update

08 January 2024 · Department for Business and Trade

Proposed by Kevin Hollinrake Con Thirsk and Malton

Business & Trade

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government plans to introduce changes allowing still and sparkling wine to be sold in 500ml and 200ml sizes.
  • A new 'pint' size of 568ml will also be permitted for wine sales.
  • These changes are part of the Smarter Regulation programme aimed at reducing regulatory burdens.

Issue summary

The statement discusses updates to wine sale regulations allowing businesses to sell prepacked wines in new sizes.

Action requested

The Government plans to introduce changes enabling still and sparkling wine to be sold in 500ml, 200ml, and a new 'pint' (568ml) size. This is part of the Smarter Regulation programme to reduce regulatory burdens and support business growth.

Key facts

  • The permitted quantities for prepacked wine will include 500ml, 200ml, and 568ml sizes.
  • Sales of sparkling wine in pint-sized bottles were allowed before joining the EU in 1973.
  • Over 100,000 responses were received during the Units of Measurement consultation, with 98.7% in favour of using metric units for sale.
  • The changes will be implemented through the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023.
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