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Written question asked by Lord Austin of Dudley (Labour) on Friday, 13 April 2012, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 17 April 2012. It was answered by James Brokenshire (Conservative) on Wednesday, 25 April 2012 on behalf of the Home Office.


Alcoholic Drinks: Misuse

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department with reference to the new alcohol strategy, what evidence she has received that a ban on multi-buy alcohol promotions will reduce harmful drinking in England and Wales.
Answer

The Government published their alcohol strategy on 23 March 2012 which included a commitment to consult on a ban on multi-buy promotions in shops. The Government will consider evidence on the impact of such a ban as part of the forthcoming consultation. Further information on the timing of this consultation will be set out shortly.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
103449; 543 c893W
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Alcoholic drinks Misuse
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk