# The Scotch Whisky Regulations 2009, Introduction: Introductory text

Extent: E+W+S+NI

Food
Made 26th October 2009
Laid before Parliament 30th October 2009
Coming into force 23rd November 2009
These Regulations are made in exercise of the powers conferred by section 2(2) of the European Communities Act 1972.
The Secretary of State is a Minister designated for the purposes of section 2(2) of the European Communities Act 1972 in relation to measures relating to the description of, and other requirements relating to, spirit drinks.
There has been open and transparent public consultation during the preparation of the following Regulations as required by Article 9 of Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 of the European Parliament and of the Council laying down the general principles and requirements of food law, establishing the European Food Safety Authority and laying down procedures in matters of food safety.
Accordingly, the Secretary of State makes the following Regulations.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2009/2890/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/scotch-whisky-regulations-2009/introduction
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