The firm behind Tennent's lager voices concerns about the UK government's decision to exclude glass.
The drinks firm behind Tennent's lager has said the removal of glass from the deposit return scheme would put jobs and investment in Scotland at risk.
The brewer adds that this has left it with "no alternative" but to "actively seek and support a UK-wide scheme". To allow the scheme to operate effectively, ministers sought a full exemption from the rules of the UK internal market act. Scottish ministers have accused the UK of "deliberate sabotage" and interference in devolved decision-making.First Minister Humza Yousaf has criticised the UK government's actions
"The problem with their way is that it could have a disproportionate impact on Scottish businesses - iconic brands like Irn Bru, like Tennent's," said the first minister."So we've got to take a choice. Do we do that, or I'm afraid do we not have a scheme because it simply will not be viable without punishing Scottish business. And that's a very stark decision and choice we have to come to.
The UK government said the drinks industry had raised concerns about the Scottish government's scheme differing from plans in the rest of the UK.