Two new studies from the Institute of Alcohol Studies/HealthLumen and the University of Sheffield show the impact of pandemic-related changes in alcohol consumption on health outcomes Lighter drinkers decreased their consumption on average during the pandemic, but heavy drinkers increased their alcohol intake Both studies estimate substantial increases in alcohol-related harms and pressure on the… Read more »
Our Annual Report 2021/22 is available to read here. It details the work our dedicated team has done over the past year. … Read more »
We are inviting applications from researchers – especially early career researchers – to our small grants scheme. This scheme will provide funding for innovative research ideas that can help inform public policy debates on how to tackle alcohol harm. Priority will be given to proposals that align with our organisational objectives, as outlined in our… Read more »

Realising our rights: How to protect people from alcohol marketing
Alcohol Focus Scotland’s comprehensive marketing report looks at what restrictions should be brought in to help protect the rights and health of people at risk of alcohol harm. Read more »
Blog 9th August 2022
"IAS plays a vital role in identifying gaps in research, highlighting blind spots for government, and narrowing the divide between research and policymaking" – Professor Linda Bauld, OBE