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Monday, November 16, 2009

Alcohol price controls suggested by World Health Organisation

Minimum price controls should be imposed on alcohol and tougher drink-driving laws introduced, policy options circulated by the World Health Organisation (WHO) suggest.

Details in the global consultation process have emerged as the government is resisting demands from health professionals for alcohol to become more expensive.

The draft recommendations – so far not widely distributed – have been released in the run up to a formal decision by member states next year. . . . . .

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