Impact of London’s night time economy on alcohol related issues
The Greater London Authority with the London Drug and Alcohol Policy
Forum and other partners, has been working to support local agencies to
achieve a greater understanding of the impacts of London’s night time
economy on alcohol related issues. Last autumn a third London forum for
alcohol practitioners was held on the theme of Managing the Night Time
Economy. The purpose of this event was to identify good practice and to
look at the potential impact of proposed changes to the Licensing Act.
This event was attended by well over 70 practitioners representing a
wide range of professions and sectors, including London borough
licensing teams, police and the National Health Service and voluntary
sectors.
The forum identified the need for guidance to help promote
effective local approaches to dealing with alcohol related problems.
Drawing on the proceedings of this forum, guidance has been produced
based on different approaches that are being taken to reduce alcohol
related harm, protect health and reduce crime and antisocial behaviour
linked to urban centre night life.
The publications are:
Tackling Alcohol Problems in the Night Time Economy – guidance for local areas. (pdf 459kb)
Alcohol Consumption in the Night Time Economy (GLAECONOMICS working paper 55). (pdf 420kb)
Alcohol pros and Cons in Night Time Economy. (pdf 269kb)