Drinks Laws - Mandatory in the UK?

The consultation launched by the UK government this week represents a strong indication that it has lost patience with the drinks industry, and is moving towards introducing mandatory measures to replace self-regulatory ones. Ben Cooper analyses the reaction from industry bodies and campaigners, and assesses where this week’s announcement leaves the industry.

Focus - UK lawmakers look to rein in drinks companies

24 July 2008

UK: UK drinks industry hit by threat of mandatory code

22 July 2008

The drinks industry in the UK is facing the possibility of the current voluntary industry retailing code for alcohol becoming mandatory.

CBC - If you ask me... UK Alcohol Harm

13 November 2007

Alcohol harm is back at the top of the media agenda this week – is it ever away for long? The Alcohol Health Alliance, a newly-formed association of 24 leading health organisations in the UK, is calling for an increase in taxes, health warnings on drinks and advertising restrictions.

Comment - England's alcohol strategy review

7 June 2007

This week’s announcement by UK legislators of the latest plan to tackle alcohol abuse in England is the clearest sign yet that the government is ready to tackle the problem head-on, regardless of the impact on the industry. The news should have sent shudders down the backs of drinks industry executives everywhere – in particular an ill-prepared wine industry.