Oral QuestionScotland Office

What assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of US tariffs on Scotland's exports to that country.

Tabled: 8 April 2025Answered: 23 April 2025

Asked by

David Mundell

ConservativeDumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Scotland

Answer from Hansard

The Secretary of State for Scotland (Ian Murray)

We know that this will be a concerning time for businesses in Scotland. In 2024, 12.3% of goods exported from Scotland were exported to the United States. That is why the UK Government are focused on negotiating an economic deal with the US. As the Business and Trade Secretary made clear in his statement to the House on 3 April, the Government are resolute in our support for industries throughout the United Kingdom, and Ministers and officials will continue to engage with businesses to understand the impact that these tariffs may have.