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…
Alcohol Action Ireland, the national charity for alcohol-related issues, has said that any analysis of “the economic contribution of the drinks industry” must take into account the huge costs associated…
Do we need a real hero other than Arthur for Ireland? This week there will be much talk about raising a glass in celebration of “Arthur's Day”. For anyone unaware…
DOCTORS have launched a scathing attack on the annual event that promotes Guinness, claiming alcohol-related illnesses have reached "epidemic" proportions. From Independent.ie As Arthur's Day approaches, the Royal College of…
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…
Huge increases in alcohol-related liver disease among young adults, says Minister Irish Times Ireland has the second highest rate of cancer in the world, Minister of State for Health Alex…
A backlash always happens. After a number of years of overwhelmingly positive coverage and attention, with only a few ungrateful curs spitting in the soup, it was inevitable that Arthur's Day was going…
"Arthur's Day is neither an altruistic nor philanthropic initiative. It's a very well-resourced marketing campaign to increase the sales of Diageo products," said Suzanne Costello, CEO of Alcohol Action Ireland.…