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Sunday, May 18, 2008

Cost of alcohol to be looked at ‘carefully’
GERRY BRAIDENMay 19 2008

The Scottish Government is in talks with the Office of Fair Trading, it emerged yesterday, as Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill said he is looking "carefully" at alcohol prices.

The government has insisted pricing forms part of its long-term strategy for tackling the country's drink problem, and will introduce bans on promotions and displays by September 2009.

However, confirmation that officials have had discussions with the OFT suggests Mr MacAskill is looking to introduce a minimum pricing system in Scotland.
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