Salmon Scotland, which represents the UK’s biggest food export, said this week's UK–EU trade deal would reduce costly delays and red tape that have cost salmon export companies an estimated £3 million ($4 million) a year since Brexit.
“We congratulate the UK Government on securing this deal with the EU, which will slash red tape and speed up the delivery of our premium salmon to market," said Tavish Scott, Chief Executive of Salmon Scotland.
“This breakthrough eases the burden on our farmers, processors and the communities they support, and we welcome efforts to implement it at pace.
“The withdrawal of physical checks is particularly welcome. It means lower costs and quicker deliveries for our customers.
“Scottish salmon is the UK’s biggest food export, with strong demand in the EU, the US and beyond.
“We look forward to rebuilding trade ties across Europe and will continue to press for freer access to the US and other markets to support jobs and growth in our coastal communities.”