‘Horrifying’ drinking went on at FF meeting
By Paul O ’Brien, Political Editor in the Irish Examiner Friday, August 24, 2012 A barman on duty at the Fianna Fáil conference which led to Brian Cowen ’s infamous "Garglegate" interview…
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome under spotlight
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome came under the spotlight this week after the Federal Government announced new funding for programs targeting the problem. Moderate to high levels of alcohol during pregnancy has been linked to a risk of unborn children developing a range of abnormalities.
Galway third highest on public order offence list
Geography, emigration, drug and alcohol consumption, and reduced Garda resources all play a part in the number of recorded public order offences, writes CONOR LALLY , Crime Correspondent ON QUAY Street in Galway city at the height of summer, there is little evidence that the recession has battered
Third of Kiwis admit their drinking has harmed them
Expand One in three New Zealanders have been harmed by their own alcohol drinking, a survey shows. The research found that people most at risk of alcohol-related harm were young Maori men or people living in low socio-economic areas.
Just 45 motorists caught out by lower drink limit
By Treacy Hogan Environment Correspondent in the Irish Independent Wednesday August 22 2012 CONTROVERSIAL new laws on drink driving caught just 45 motorists "just over" the limit since being introduced…
Comment: Debate over alcohol brands’ Facebook sites
From World News Australia Debate over whether the Facebook pages of alcohol brands should come under the same regulatory codes as alcohol advertising, may come down to whether a Facebook…
“Alcohol was a key factor” – interviews with 26 men who had attempted suicide
ALISON HEALY in The Irish Times THE NEED for so many suicide prevention groups was questioned by UCD sociologist Dr Anne Cleary at a seminar on farmers ’ health in Athy.…
Action needed on fetal alcohol
Two days of presentations titled Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Awareness are being held in Timaru next week. Alcohol Action South Canterbury is hosting the free presentations at the Bay Community Lounge on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 28 and 29.
Age split for buying alcohol proposed
Splitting the alcohol purchase age is the most significant measure proposed by Labour MPs, in tabling amendments to the Government's Alcohol Reform Bill.
Comment: Debate over alcohol brands’ Facebook sites
Debate over whether the Facebook pages of alcohol brands should come under the same regulatory codes as alcohol advertising, may come down to whether a Facebook user's comment is an 'ad'.
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