Not the problem but part of the solution
By Ben Cooper | 26 April 2001
In recent years, the drinks industry has without question made a contribution to the battle against alcohol abuse. In his last article regarding this debate, Ben Cooper assesses how the industry is placed to continue its work in this area, where its priorities lie and what could threaten its all-important credibility.
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In recent years, the drinks industry has without question made a contribution to the battle against alcohol abuse. In his last article regarding this debate, Ben Cooper assesses how the industry is placed to continue its work in this area, where its priorities lie and what could threaten its all-important credibility.

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