Alcohol misuse: tackling the UK epidemic
February 2008

Alcohol consumption represents an integral part of modern culture in the UK and internationally. The production of alcoholic beverages such as beer, wine and spirits occurs on a vast scale as part of a multi-billion pound global industry.

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The control of alcohol at a national and international level is therefore essential. This requires the implementation of strategies that are effective at reducing overall alcohol consumption levels in a population, as well as targeted interventions aimed at specific populations such as young people or individuals who are dependant on alcohol. Tackling alcohol misuse also requires greater personal responsibility from individuals who consume alcohol in a manner that is harmful to themselves and those around them

This report considers the problematic levels of alcohol misuse in the UK and is not aimed at those who enjoy consuming alcohol in moderation. It examines the patterns and trends of alcohol consumption and goes on to review the range of adverse effects both on the individual and society that are associated with its misuse.

The report concludes by considering the evidence for effective alcohol control policies and discusses the current approaches in the UK. The recommendations are for action by the UK Government and are evidence-based policies that need to be adopted in order to tackle alcohol misuse and its associated harms


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