Raising Alcohol Price Essential To Address Binge Drinking
Samstag 16. Oktober 2010 von htm
Research showing that some alcohol is now cheaper than bottled water, published in today’s New Zealand Medical Journal, is very concerning and backs the view that price rises are an essential part of addressing binge drinking, says the New Zealand Medical Association (NZMA).
„We were disappointed when the Government ruled out raising excise tax on alcohol, as recommended by the Law Commission report. International evidence shows that cheap alcohol leads to increased consumption,“ says NZMA Chair Dr Peter Foley. (Source: Medical News Today, 10/15/10)
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