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Topical question asked in the House of Commons, by Kelvin Hopkins (Labour). It was answered on Monday, 7 July 2014 on behalf of the Home Office.


Topical Questions

Question

Alcohol continues to be implicated in a high proportion of crime, especially crimes of violence. When will the Government take effective steps to reduce levels of alcohol abuse and the associated crime?

Answer

We are taking a large number of steps to deal with alcohol abuse, including the introduction of late-night levies, including the local action areas and including the early morning restriction orders. We are also dealing with the industry and securing voluntary action from it. In fact, I am meeting the industry in about 45 minutes to see what progress has been made.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
584 c22 
Session
2014-15
Oral question type
Supplementary
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Crime Alcoholic drinks Misuse
Link
View this Topical question on www.publications.parliament.uk