EUROPE: European Commission president Barroso praises self-regulation

By Chris Mercer | 23 November 2011

The president of the European Commission, Jose-Manuel Barroso, has reiterated his support for self-regulation in the alcoholic drinks sector, but brewers are still worried about duty tax hikes in the region.

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The president of the European Commission, Jose-Manuel Barroso, has reiterated his support for self-regulation in the alcoholic drinks sector, but brewers are still worried about duty tax hikes in the region.

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