Press release: AAI calls on Taoiseach Simon Harris to continue backing evidence-based public health measures in alcohol policy

Thursday, April 11, 2024 Ireland is drinking 10% less than it did prior to the implementation of world-leading laws to help curb alcohol harm, new figures have revealed.  Alcohol consumption figures…

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Press release: Legal challenge must be taken to decide if laws designed to protect children are being egregiously flouted with zero alcohol products

Wed, March 20, 2024    Ireland’s world-leading law is clear - commercial communication that directly or indirectly promotes alcohol using any trade description, i.e. trademark or emblem, is prohibited   The alcohol…

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Policy flip flops and decisions that lack evidence have consequences – especially when it comes to alcohol

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The Government is preparing to publish the Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2024, which includes proposals to increase alcohol availability by extending licencing hours of all bars/restaurants from 11.30pm to 12.30am, facilitating…

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