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Thursday, November 13, 2008

New alcohol measures go to parliament today
13th November 2008,

Tough new laws to combat alcohol-related violence will be introduced to NSW parliament today.

The measures, announced by NSW Premier Nathan Rees last month, include a freeze on 24-hour licences and a limit of 18 hours on new licences.

Patrons of pubs and clubs identified as hot spots for violence face a 2am lockout, a limit on the number of drinks they can buy and the use of plastic cups after midnight.

Shots will be banned after midnight and serving will stop 30 minutes before closing time.

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