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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

In this new blog, Lisa Erlandsen, Policy Manager, explores whether Andy Burnham is willing to be as bold on alcohol as he has promised to be on homelessness, social care and mental health – and why tackling alcohol harm must be included when delivering on those ambitions. ahauk.org/andy-burnham...

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If Andy Burnham is serious about health and care, he must not ignore alcohol harm - Alcohol Health Alliance

Why Andy Burnham cannot afford to ignore alcohol harm if he is serious about reforming homelessness, social care and mental health support.

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Action on Smoking Health (UK) @ashorguk.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

ASH, the AHA @aha-uk.bsky.social and the OHA @oha-updates.bsky.social have responded to the Ethics and Integrity Commission’s review into lobbying, disclosure and access to government. The EIC's report is available here: eic.independent-commission.uk/wp-content/u...

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

A slight fall in alcohol-specific deaths is welcome—but deaths remain far above pre-pandemic levels. In the BMJ, Dr Beccy Cooper MP highlights the evidence that minimum unit pricing works to save lives. She asks the question: how much longer can England justify waiting? www.bmj.com/content/bmj/...

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

We all have a right to know what is in our drink: ➡️ alcohol content ➡️ health risks ➡️ ingredients But new analysis of UK alcohol products finds that this information is often missing, inconsistent, or illegible, keeping us in the dark on we're consuming. 📑Full report: ahauk.org/news/alcohol...

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

In this new blog and accompanying video, Dr Kieran Moriarty CBE reflects on more than 35 years of pioneering work to transform the way hospitals support people with alcohol-use disorders using Alcohol Care Teams. Read the blog and watch in full👇 ahauk.org/the-story-of...

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Wendy Chamberlain MP @wendychambld.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Today I met with representatives from @alcoholfocus.bsky.social and @aha-uk.bsky.social to find out more about their campaign for mandatory labels on alcoholic drinks which display nutritional and health related information.

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Alcohol Focus Scotland @alcoholfocus.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

AFS was delighted to join the @aha-uk.bsky.social at Westminster this Wednesday for the launch of our new report on alcohol labelling A welcome opportunity to chat with MPs about the need for mandatory labelling on alcohol products.

Image depicting AFS and AHA staff at Westminster with copies of new alcohol labelling report displayed on table in front.

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World Cancer Research Fund @wcrf.org · 05/06/2026

Alcohol is linked to at least 7 types of cancer, yet only 1% of alcohol products in the UK reviewed by @aha-uk.bsky.social and @alcoholfocus.bsky.social carry cancer warnings. Their new report highlights the need for mandatory health information on alcohol labels. 🔗 ahauk.org/resource/a-c...

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A Clear Way Forward: The Case for Better Alcohol Labelling

This report is the most comprehensive audit to date of alcohol labels in the UK and demonstrates why mandatory alcohol labelling is needed.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

📢1 in 5 alcohol products in the UK keep consumers in the dark on health information. Our new report with @alcoholfocus.bsky.social highlights major gaps in alcohol labelling across the UK — and the need for mandatory health information on alcohol products. Full report: ahauk.org/news/alcohol...

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Institute of Alcohol Studies @ias.org.uk · 13/05/2026

The mental health system and alcohol treatment services are too often siloed - which means people with co-occurring conditions fall through the gaps in both. That's a clear system failing. Read our recent report this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. ias.org.uk/report/barriers-to-recovery

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Barriers to Recovery: Overcoming obstacles to alcohol recovery in the UK - Institute of Alcohol Studies

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SHAAP @shaapalcohol.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Today's ONS figures show Scotland's alcohol death rate at 20.9 per 100,000. A slight decline but remains a public health emergency. The newly re-elected Scottish Government must set out a clear plan to reduce these avoidable deaths. Read SHAAP's full comment on our website👇 buff.ly/SyoJ7D7

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Institute of Alcohol Studies @ias.org.uk · 11/05/2026

UK alcohol-specific deaths fall in 2024 but remain well above pre-pandemic levels. "Given that alcohol harm is one of the largest drivers of health inequality, continued inaction [by the UK Government] on proven measures is increasingly difficult to justify." - Dr Katherine Severi

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Alcohol Focus Scotland @alcoholfocus.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

The @ONS has today published the latest alcohol specific deaths figures for the UK In 2024, there were 9,809 deaths caused solely by alcohol across the UK Read our response 🔽 www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk/news/news/af...

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“It’s good news that today’s figures show a year-on-year reduction in deaths caused by alcohol in Scotland. But alcohol is still responsible for more deaths here than in England and Wales. Each of these numbers represent real people – someone’s parent, sibling, or friend – who lost their lives too early. While Scotland was once a world leader in tackling the harm caused by alcohol, in recent years we have fallen woefully behind.

“The new Scottish Government must take decisive action and follow through on previous commitments to address the relentless marketing of alcohol, as well expand lifesaving liver screening and invest in alcohol treatment. Unless we get serious about tackling alcohol harm, we will continue to see increasing deaths, ill-health and costs to the economy”.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

New figures published by the ONS show 9,809 people died from conditions caused by alcohol across the UK in 2024. Prof Sir Ian Gilmore has called on the government to act on it's responsibility and introduce a national alcohol strategy that matches the scale of the problem. ahauk.org/news/ons-alc...

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

🤔Currently in the UK, a bottle of orange juice is required to display more nutritional information than a bottle of beer. We all have a right to know what's in our drinks, and the health risks associated with it. 👏Great to see this piece championing a call for mandatory labels on alcohol.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

📢New blog alert Cassie, campaigner & advocate, shares her family’s experience of addiction and how online delivery apps have made alcohol easier than ever to access. She reflects on how a system built for convenience is failing to protect people, and what needs to change. ahauk.org/alcohol-harm...

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

🎉 Yesterday’s Tobacco and Vapes Bill becoming law is a major public health milestone in the UK. This is a powerful example of meaningful change made possible, even on issues that were once deeply normalised in everyday life. Norms and attitudes can shift when evidence is met with political will.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

📉 New evidence from Lithuania shows a full marketing ban on alcohol has cut adolescent intoxication by 35%, with declines in binge drinking too. Our children have the right to grow up in an environment free from exposure to harmful marketing. Full study: bmjpublichealth.bmj.com/content/4/2/...

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

📢New bulletin alert! Get up-to-date with the latest news from the AHA & members. In this edition: 📝A shared vision for reducing alcohol harm in Wales 🎬New film: Big Alcohol in the Global South 🚑Alcohol and road safety in Ireland 🎟️Events & more! ➡️https://ahauk.org/news/aha-bulletin-april-2026/

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

📢Northern Ireland's Health Minister has announced Minimum Unit Pricing will not be introduced during this assembley, despite much support for the policy. Hugely disappointing news that will have grave implications for the most vulnerable in our society. Our full response: ahauk.org/news/mupnoti...

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Institute of Alcohol Studies @ias.org.uk · 16/03/2026

Bribing politicians. Writing governments' own alcohol policies. Targeting children with cheap sachets to hook new drinkers. Modern slavery. This is Big Alcohol in the Global South - and it's been hidden for too long. Watch and share our new film: youtu.be/gEs1IW58bd0

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Big Alcohol in the Global South: Explained

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Stay up-to-date with the latest alcohol news from the AHA & its members. In this edition: 📄A manifesto for alcohol ahead of Scottish elections 📈Young people & alcohol sports sponsorship 🎤New 'Conversations about Alcohol' podcast 🎟️Events & more! ➡️https://ahauk.org/news/aha-bulletin-march-2026/

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AHA Bulletin - March 2026 - Alcohol Health Alliance

Stay up-to-date with the latest in alcohol policy news from the Alcohol Health Alliance and its members. March 2026

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

"It wasn’t that I was lacking empathy and desire to help this lady, but I had absolutely no idea how to go about it." Dr Rachel Phillips describes why she started her podcast providing resources for GPs dealing with alcohol-related issues. thedoctor.bma.org.uk/articles/hea...

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The chance to make a difference

What do you do when a patient discloses alcohol misuse? There's definitely no quick fix, but Rachel Phillips was determined that her fellow GPs had access to the best possible resources. Jennifer True...

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SHAAP @shaapalcohol.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

‼️ The Scottish Government published their new Alcohol & Drugs Strategic Plan today. SHAAP's Dr Alastair MacGilchrist responds: the plan is welcome, but we need urgent action and firm commitments. We'll advocate for accountability beyond May's elections. Full comment: shorturl.at/5jtTt

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Balance North East @balancene.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Kelly from Washington, left daily drinking behind after it damaged her liver & nearly cost her life. Now 2½ years alcohol free, she shares how asking for help changed everything.Find out more and share to help others reduce their risk reducemyrisk.tv #AlcoholIsToxic @ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social

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Alcohol Focus Scotland @alcoholfocus.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Gillian of Our Circle, who support mums to become alcohol free, speaks about why she backs our #AFSManifesto We're calling for #NoMoreHalfMeasures on reducing alcohol harm from the next @ScotParl Read more 🔽 www.alcohol-focus-scotland.org.uk/news/news/no...

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Balance North East @balancene.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

“Alcohol is everywhere – supermarkets, corner shops, petrol stations, online.” Laurie explains why she thinks it’s important to reduce alcohol availability, as a means of reducing alcohol harms. #AlcoholIsToxic 🔽 @ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

49% of dementia cases could be prevented through addressing risk factors including alcohol consumption. "This is a call to action...Prevention is not only possible, it is powerful, and the benefits extend far beyond dementia to improve overall health and wellbeing." phw.nhs.wales/news/almost-...

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Almost Half of Dementia Cases Could Be Prevented Through Lifestyle Changes

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

How do alcohol brands use no- and low-alcohol options to dodge advertising restrictions? @theguardian.com explains... www.youtube.com/shorts/Nzg7r...

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How alcohol brands avoid advertising bans

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Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) @adphuk.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Proud to have signed @aha-uk.bsky.social letter to the First Minister and Deputy First Minister in Northern Ireland calling for urgent action on alcohol harm, inc Minimum Unit Pricing alongside action on labelling, alcohol duty & treatment access ➡️ bit.ly/4s19afV

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Health leaders call for minimum unit pricing in Northern Ireland

Health leaders call on First Minister to introduce minimum unit pricing after record alcohol deaths in Northern Ireland

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World Cancer Research Fund @wcrf.org · 23/02/2026

Really glad to be a co-signatory on this and important that the impact of alcohol on health continues to be emphasised

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BMA Northern Ireland @bma-ni.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Alcohol-specific deaths in Northern Ireland are at record highs. BMA Northern Ireland is a proud signatory to this joint letter calling for urgent action: minimum unit pricing, mandatory labelling, increased alcohol duty and improved treatment access.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

📢 After alcohol-specific deaths reached record highs in Northern Ireland, the AHA sent a joint letter to the First and Dept First Minister calling for urgent action to save lives. We call for minimum unit pricing, alongside mandatory labelling, increased alcohol duty and better treatment access.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

📈New data shows that alcohol-specific deaths have risen again in Northern Ireland, to the higest on record. With an 81% rise in deaths exclusively caused by alcohol in the last decade, we urge the goverment to join Scotland and Wales in introducing Minimum Unit Pricing to help save lives.

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Rise in alcohol deaths in young people concerning, says NI doctor

Deaths in Northern Ireland caused exclusively by alcohol has increased by 81% in 10 years.

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SHAAP @shaapalcohol.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

ICYMI: New @StirUni research discovers the insidious impact of alcohol marketing on young people. @RickPurves explains more below More info 👉 brnw.ch/21wZG85

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

📢In response to the National Cancer Plan for England, Sir Ian Gilmore welcomes the recommitment to health warnings on alcohol labels, but says this alone will not go far enough to prevent the tens of thousands of annual cancer cases linked to alcohol. Full statement 👇 ahauk.org/news/aha-res...

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AHA responds to National Cancer Plan for England - Alcohol Health Alliance

AHA calls for the government to go further and faster to prevent alcohol-related cancers in response to the National Cancer Plan for England.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

On #WorldCancerDay, we're pleased to see health warnings on alcohol labels in the National Cancer Plan. Alcohol is causally linked to 7 common cancers, yet public awareness is worryingly low. This is the first step to address this. Here's why we need mandatory cancer warnings on alcohol labels 👇

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Institute for Public Policy Research @ippr.org · 03/02/2026

Reform’s plans to push half a million children into poverty to fund a suite of hospitality tax cuts are indefensible. ✒️ @henryippr.bsky.social spoke to the @bigissue.com 👇 www.bigissue.com/news/politic...

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Nigel Farage wants to cut price of beer by reinstating two-child benefit cap

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has pledged to reinstate the two-child limit on benefits to pay for a 5p cut off pints of beer to boost pubs.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

An important report that exposes how the powerful alcohol industry disrupts, delays and, in this case, completely disappears policies that would benefit our health but risk their profits. The alcohol industry must not be involved in health policymaking. The fox cannot be in charge of the hen house.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

This is encouraging news. But deaths from alcohol remain unnacceptably and stubbornly high. Our economy and productivity, our NHS and public services, our communities and loved ones are still reeling from the impacts of alcohol harm. Government cannot see this as job done.

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One in four adults in England do not drink alcohol, survey finds

Questionnaire completed by 10,000 people finds sobriety on rise, with women slightly more abstemious than men

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Institute of Alcohol Studies @ias.org.uk · 27/01/2026

Alcohol causes cancer - yet most people don’t know it. In our latest blog, Professor Simone Pettigrew sets out the evidence and explains why clear cancer warnings on alcohol are a simple, effective way to save lives. www.ias.org.uk/2026/01/27/w... @georgeinstitute.bsky.social

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Why we should have cancer warnings on alcohol - Institute of Alcohol Studies

With the UK Government planning on introducing health warnings on alcohol labels, Professor Simone Pettigrew looks at the evidence around informing people of the link between alcohol and cancer on-lab...

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

📢 New research shows that people with an average lifetime alcohol intake of 14 or more drinks per week significantly increase their risk of colorectal (bowel) cancer compared to those who consume one drink or less per week. Study 👇https://acsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/cncr.70201

Bowel cancer is the 2nd most common cause of cancer death in the UK. Alcohol increases cancer risk but most people don't know it.

The UK government has two clear opportunities on the tables to address this...

With a commitment to health warnings on alcohol labelling made in the NHS 10 year health plan, legislation must specify the inclusion of clear messaging on the link between alcohol and cancer. People have a right to know.

With the National Cancer Plan due soon, it's vital that alcohol consimption is addressed as a major preventable risk using evidence-based policies on price, availability and marketing.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

"This is no longer about the transport police, this is about the fun police" - Mark Littlewood of Popular Conservatism opposes lower drink-drive limits. His idea of fun is a night that is 6x more likely to end in a fatal crash 🧐 Ours is one where everyone gets home alive. Well done #ACUK! 📺36:00

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Sunday Morning Live - Series 16: 11/01/2026

Is citizenship a right or a privilege? Is it ever okay to drink and drive? Plus, the circus performers whose tricks don’t always go to plan.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

"These are not just statistics – 260 lives were taken from us in 2023." In our latest blog, PPCs Joy Allen and David Sidwick explain why reforms on drink and drug driving must be backed by proper enforcement and public education if it is to reduce road deaths and improve safety for all. #RoadSafety

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Drink and Drug Driving: Time to lower the limit

Drink and drug driving in the UK remains unacceptably high. Police and Crime Commissioners tell us why it's time to lower the limit.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Excellent points made by Jem Roberts addressing the accusations that lowering the drink-drive limit will lead to pub closures.👏 The evidence shows there's minimal economic impact on hospitality after lowering the limit. But when coupled with proper enforcement, big impacts on RTCs and deaths.

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Institute of Alcohol Studies @ias.org.uk · 07/01/2026

Listen to Dr Katherine Severi discuss evidence around reducing the drink-drive limit and why it wouldn't be bad for rural pubs. From 32:30. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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World at One - 07/01/2026 - BBC Sounds

News, analysis and comment from BBC Radio 4

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

📢 New road safety strategy to consult on lowering the drink-drive limit We have the highest limit in Europe, so are pleased government aims to bring us in line with Scotland and other EU nations. Reducing the limit is a vital step toward saving lives on our roads. ahauk.org/news/aha-res...

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

We've long campaigned for alcohol to be included in the marketing restrictions for high fat, salt and sugar products. Some alcohol products exceed 100% of the daily recommended sugar intake, and provide no nutritional benefits. This is a missed opportunity to further protect the nations health.

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Alcohol Health Alliance UK @aha-uk.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Signing off for the year 💫 Thank you to our members, partners, supporters and campaigners for your continued commitment to reducing alcohol harm. We're signing off social media, back on the 5th of January. Wishing everyone a safe and peaceful festive season and a healthy start to the new year. 💙

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