‘Major concern’ over online alcohol sales
Major concern’ over online alcohol sales Source: The Spirits Business by Amy Hopkins 9th December, 2015 Pubs and clubs are lagging behind supermarkets in the UK’s battle against underage alcohol sales, while online shopping is also a “major concern”. According to data from 40,000 test visits in 2015 by auditor Serve Legal’s […]
Australia: Will shots be BANNED on New Year’s Eve?
Australia: Will shots be BANNED on New Year’s Eve? Drastic plans could see bars and pubs stop serving straight alcohol to curb violence (Excerpt) Restricting drinks at venues is part of the voluntary measures for Victoria Liquor regulator has urged bars and pubs to limit drinks on New Year’s Eve Ban […]
Ireland: Bill to ban alcohol adverts near schools, on public transport
Ireland: Bill to ban alcohol adverts near schools, on public transport Minmum price of wine expected to be set at ?7.60 ($8.48) in efforts to curb cheap drink products Source: Irish Times December 9th Alcohol advertising is to be banned near schools, playgrounds and public transport under long-awaited drinks legislation to be published […]
Pennsylvania: Sweeping liquor reform bill advances toward full Senate and uncertain future
Pennsylvania: Sweeping liquor reform bill advances toward full Senate and uncertain future Source: Penn Live By Wallace McKelvey and Charles Thompson December 09, 2015 Sweeping liquor reforms that would keep the existing state stores but expand sales at grocery stores and restaurants advanced Wednesday toward a full state Senate vote. The raft […]