DIAGEO has come under fire from a leading child psychologist ahead of the increasingly-controversial Arthur's Day celebrations. From Independent.ie Dr Bobby Smyth, a member of Alcohol Action Ireland has slammed…
Youth workers have joined with doctors, psychiatrists, and musicians in calling for the event to be reconsidered amid accusations that it encourages binge drinking and stretches emergency services. From the…
EARLY THIS WEEK, legendary Irish musician Christy Moore announced the release of his new single – an anti-Arthur's Day song, no less. From thejournal.ie With lyrics that pull no punches, it's…
Drinks manufacturer Diageo has defended the holding of its annual "Arthur's Day" celebrations after singer Christy Moore described it as an 'alcoholiday' in a song. From RTE.ie Moore said he…
From the Irish Daily Mail on September 13, 2013.
A Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist has said that taxes on the off-licence sector should be increased. From RTE.ie Speaking on RTÉ's Morning Ireland, Dr Bobby Smyth, a board member…
People in Ireland are spending more money on alcohol despite the chronic financial crisis that continues to grip the nation, official figures have revealed. From the Irish Examiner While many…
Alcohol Action Ireland has called on the Government to address our harmful relationship with alcohol. From irishhealth.com The call came after Central Statistics Office (CSO) figures revealed an increase in…
CALLS FOR A comprehensive national alcohol strategy comes following today's CSO figures that show there was an increase on spending on booze last year. From TheJournal.ie Despite the state of…