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The Licensing Act is Ineffective and Costly A new study by the Local Government Association has found that the Licensing Act (2003) has not delivered the promised reductions in alcohol-related disorder and violence.

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UK Alcohol Data Map
Many large-scale surveys, conducted by the government and others, include questions relating to alcohol. Most of these make the resulting data freely available. IAS has produced the Data Map as a resource for researchers to find available data relevant to their area of interest.

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IAS Briefing Paper

Use of Alcohol as a Loss-leader
A recent meeting between the Prime Minister and interested parties discussed binge-drinking culture in the UK. The issue of loss leading with alcohol was discussed, demonstrating the importance of the issue.

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Events

Introduction to FASD
Overview of what FASD is and how it affects individuals, as well practical information, including current best practice, on how to support / care for an affected person.

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Alcohol

Our quarterly magazine that focuses on alcohol related issues in the UK. You can view the articles online or download in pdf format.

Current Issue 2 2008

On the cover:
Alcohol tax increases ‘will save thousands of lives’ - Dept of Health

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