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22nd March 2017
11:19am GMT

“We know that our drinking habits have changed dramatically in recent decades, with alcohol consumption in the home much more common, and supermarkets, with their low-price offerings, now the main players when it comes to alcohol sales. The worrying aspect of these findings is not so much where people are drinking, but the manner and quantity of their alcohol consumption, as this is ultimately what impacts on their health and wellbeing, regardless of where the drinking takes place,” said Conor Cullen, Head of Communications and Advocacy"So how do we tackle this? The blame cannot be placed solely on individuals, Alcohol Action Ireland are calling on the Government to create an environment that supports healthy decisions around our alcohol consumption. Through their Public Health Alcohol Bill, they're aiming to reduce the damage that alcohol causes to individuals, families, and society with a particular focus on protecting children and young people. You can get involved with the campaign here.