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Working to reduce the harm from alcohol: to health, to families and to society. www.reducemyrisk.tv
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Tobacco control showed what’s possible with a clear, long-term vision.
Now we need the same ambition to tackle alcohol harm.
Find out what we’re calling for - and how you can help - in our latest blog: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
Now we need the same ambition to tackle alcohol harm.
Find out what we’re calling for - and how you can help - in our latest blog: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
Why we need a long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK - Institute of Alcohol Studies
Alcohol harm is one of the biggest yet most overlooked public health challenges we face, with the impact felt not only in hospitals and clinics, but in our homes, workplaces, and local communities. Th...
www.ias.org.uk
November 11, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Tobacco control showed what’s possible with a clear, long-term vision.
Now we need the same ambition to tackle alcohol harm.
Find out what we’re calling for - and how you can help - in our latest blog: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
Now we need the same ambition to tackle alcohol harm.
Find out what we’re calling for - and how you can help - in our latest blog: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
A new report from the Alcohol Health Alliance, Action on Smoking and Health, and the Obesity Health Alliance tells the story of how health harming industries have used their tactics to undermine public health policies. Read more:
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
November 11, 2025 at 9:08 AM
A new report from the Alcohol Health Alliance, Action on Smoking and Health, and the Obesity Health Alliance tells the story of how health harming industries have used their tactics to undermine public health policies. Read more:
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
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Questions during our #AlcoholFreeKids campaign webinar on 'surrogate marketing' - where alcohol companies circumvent advertising restrictions using #NoLo products
Listen to Sheila Gilheany of @alcoholireland.ie on Ireland's experience of this
www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8nu...
Listen to Sheila Gilheany of @alcoholireland.ie on Ireland's experience of this
www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8nu...
What can Scotland learn from Ireland on alcohol marketing restrictions?
YouTube video by Alcohol Focus Scotland
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November 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Questions during our #AlcoholFreeKids campaign webinar on 'surrogate marketing' - where alcohol companies circumvent advertising restrictions using #NoLo products
Listen to Sheila Gilheany of @alcoholireland.ie on Ireland's experience of this
www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8nu...
Listen to Sheila Gilheany of @alcoholireland.ie on Ireland's experience of this
www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8nu...
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November is #StomachCancerAwarenessMonth
#StomachCancer risk is higher in people who drink 3 or more units of alcohol each day, compared with people who don't drink or only drink occasionally.
Why not try these easy ways to cut down on your alcohol use?
#StomachCancer risk is higher in people who drink 3 or more units of alcohol each day, compared with people who don't drink or only drink occasionally.
Why not try these easy ways to cut down on your alcohol use?
November 10, 2025 at 12:30 PM
November is #StomachCancerAwarenessMonth
#StomachCancer risk is higher in people who drink 3 or more units of alcohol each day, compared with people who don't drink or only drink occasionally.
Why not try these easy ways to cut down on your alcohol use?
#StomachCancer risk is higher in people who drink 3 or more units of alcohol each day, compared with people who don't drink or only drink occasionally.
Why not try these easy ways to cut down on your alcohol use?
Imagine a UK where alcohol harm is rare and everyone has an equal chance of good health.
That’s the vision behind the new report 'A Healthier Future', which sets out the roadmap - and how cross-government action can make it happen.
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That’s the vision behind the new report 'A Healthier Future', which sets out the roadmap - and how cross-government action can make it happen.
🗺️View and share 👉 shorturl.at/TRuWd
A Healthier Future: A long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK - Institute of Alcohol Studies
Alcohol harm is a serious and growing concern in the UK, impacting people’s health and wellbeing, the NHS, social services, criminal justice, and our economy. These impacts are felt most by people on ...
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November 10, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Imagine a UK where alcohol harm is rare and everyone has an equal chance of good health.
That’s the vision behind the new report 'A Healthier Future', which sets out the roadmap - and how cross-government action can make it happen.
🗺️View and share 👉 shorturl.at/TRuWd
That’s the vision behind the new report 'A Healthier Future', which sets out the roadmap - and how cross-government action can make it happen.
🗺️View and share 👉 shorturl.at/TRuWd
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The UK should halve its risky drinking rate over the next ten years, returning alcohol death rates to pre-pandemic levels in half the time, says a new report. And it should also make itself able to support 80% of alcohol dependent people. @ias.org.uk
www.ias.org.uk/report/a-hea...
www.ias.org.uk/report/a-hea...
A Healthier Future: A long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK - Institute of Alcohol Studies
Alcohol harm is a serious and growing concern in the UK, impacting people’s health and wellbeing, the NHS, social services, criminal justice, and our economy. These impacts are felt most by people on ...
www.ias.org.uk
November 10, 2025 at 9:52 AM
The UK should halve its risky drinking rate over the next ten years, returning alcohol death rates to pre-pandemic levels in half the time, says a new report. And it should also make itself able to support 80% of alcohol dependent people. @ias.org.uk
www.ias.org.uk/report/a-hea...
www.ias.org.uk/report/a-hea...
Alcohol harm is rising in the UK, impacting on people's health & wellbeing, the NHS, social services, criminal justice, and our economy. We back new @InstAlcStud report with calls to halve risky drinking, reduce alcohol deaths and improve access to alcohol dependency treatment
📢 New report out now: A Healthier Future: a long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK.
Developed by leading experts, it sets out a blueprint for halving risky drinking, reducing alcohol deaths, and expanding access to treatment.
Read now: www.ias.org.uk/report/a-hea...
Developed by leading experts, it sets out a blueprint for halving risky drinking, reducing alcohol deaths, and expanding access to treatment.
Read now: www.ias.org.uk/report/a-hea...
A Healthier Future: A long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK - Institute of Alcohol Studies
Alcohol harm is a serious and growing concern in the UK, impacting people’s health and wellbeing, the NHS, social services, criminal justice, and our economy. These impacts are felt most by people on ...
www.ias.org.uk
November 10, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Alcohol harm is rising in the UK, impacting on people's health & wellbeing, the NHS, social services, criminal justice, and our economy. We back new @InstAlcStud report with calls to halve risky drinking, reduce alcohol deaths and improve access to alcohol dependency treatment
8/10 adults in the NE say alcohol is a problem for society. It’s sold almost everywhere – shops, petrol stations, post offices, even some soft play areas.
Hear why people in our region believe things should change 🔽 #ReduceAlcoholHarm #ReduceAlcoholHarm
#Budget25
Hear why people in our region believe things should change 🔽 #ReduceAlcoholHarm #ReduceAlcoholHarm
#Budget25
November 10, 2025 at 8:13 AM
8/10 adults in the NE say alcohol is a problem for society. It’s sold almost everywhere – shops, petrol stations, post offices, even some soft play areas.
Hear why people in our region believe things should change 🔽 #ReduceAlcoholHarm #ReduceAlcoholHarm
#Budget25
Hear why people in our region believe things should change 🔽 #ReduceAlcoholHarm #ReduceAlcoholHarm
#Budget25
1/2 We’d never tell people to “smoke responsibly” but telling people to “drink responsibly” is common practice by the alcohol industry.
Allowing the alcohol industry to influence policy-making is a clear conflict of interests and steps to reduce alcohol harm must be taken independently.
Allowing the alcohol industry to influence policy-making is a clear conflict of interests and steps to reduce alcohol harm must be taken independently.
November 7, 2025 at 8:51 AM
1/2 We’d never tell people to “smoke responsibly” but telling people to “drink responsibly” is common practice by the alcohol industry.
Allowing the alcohol industry to influence policy-making is a clear conflict of interests and steps to reduce alcohol harm must be taken independently.
Allowing the alcohol industry to influence policy-making is a clear conflict of interests and steps to reduce alcohol harm must be taken independently.
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Baroness Walmsley makes a great point about recent industry interference in alcohol licenses and why a joint license for tobacco and alcohol is not a good idea.
@freshsmokefree.bsky.social @balancene.bsky.social @aha-uk.bsky.social
@freshsmokefree.bsky.social @balancene.bsky.social @aha-uk.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Baroness Walmsley makes a great point about recent industry interference in alcohol licenses and why a joint license for tobacco and alcohol is not a good idea.
@freshsmokefree.bsky.social @balancene.bsky.social @aha-uk.bsky.social
@freshsmokefree.bsky.social @balancene.bsky.social @aha-uk.bsky.social
Drink driving deaths are at their highest level for nearly two decades.
The new Killer Tactics 2 report outlines how Big Alcohol tried to undermine proposals to reduce the alcohol limit and improve road safety.
Must-read 🔽
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
The new Killer Tactics 2 report outlines how Big Alcohol tried to undermine proposals to reduce the alcohol limit and improve road safety.
Must-read 🔽
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
November 6, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Drink driving deaths are at their highest level for nearly two decades.
The new Killer Tactics 2 report outlines how Big Alcohol tried to undermine proposals to reduce the alcohol limit and improve road safety.
Must-read 🔽
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
The new Killer Tactics 2 report outlines how Big Alcohol tried to undermine proposals to reduce the alcohol limit and improve road safety.
Must-read 🔽
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
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Cheap supermarket alcohol is the biggest threat to pubs, according to publicans.
The government could raise off-trade duty above inflation while protecting pubs via draught duty relief.
That means healthier communities and stronger pubs.
Read our Budget submission ias.org.uk/wp-content/u...
The government could raise off-trade duty above inflation while protecting pubs via draught duty relief.
That means healthier communities and stronger pubs.
Read our Budget submission ias.org.uk/wp-content/u...
November 5, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Cheap supermarket alcohol is the biggest threat to pubs, according to publicans.
The government could raise off-trade duty above inflation while protecting pubs via draught duty relief.
That means healthier communities and stronger pubs.
Read our Budget submission ias.org.uk/wp-content/u...
The government could raise off-trade duty above inflation while protecting pubs via draught duty relief.
That means healthier communities and stronger pubs.
Read our Budget submission ias.org.uk/wp-content/u...
1/2 “I feel so much better. I’m more present, more fun and we do nice things as a family.”
Over a year alcohol-free, Evie from Newcastle is backing our Blueprint for action to #ReduceAlcoholHarm.
Watch Evie describe how cutting down on alcohol has changed her life 🔽
Over a year alcohol-free, Evie from Newcastle is backing our Blueprint for action to #ReduceAlcoholHarm.
Watch Evie describe how cutting down on alcohol has changed her life 🔽
November 5, 2025 at 10:51 AM
1/2 “I feel so much better. I’m more present, more fun and we do nice things as a family.”
Over a year alcohol-free, Evie from Newcastle is backing our Blueprint for action to #ReduceAlcoholHarm.
Watch Evie describe how cutting down on alcohol has changed her life 🔽
Over a year alcohol-free, Evie from Newcastle is backing our Blueprint for action to #ReduceAlcoholHarm.
Watch Evie describe how cutting down on alcohol has changed her life 🔽
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Baroness Walmsley raises serious concerns in the @houseoflords.parliament.uk about the government’s alcohol licensing reforms - led by industry, with no health representation.
She calls out the plan to prioritise “growth” over health and local democracy.
hansard.parliament.uk/Lords/2025-1...
She calls out the plan to prioritise “growth” over health and local democracy.
hansard.parliament.uk/Lords/2025-1...
November 4, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Baroness Walmsley raises serious concerns in the @houseoflords.parliament.uk about the government’s alcohol licensing reforms - led by industry, with no health representation.
She calls out the plan to prioritise “growth” over health and local democracy.
hansard.parliament.uk/Lords/2025-1...
She calls out the plan to prioritise “growth” over health and local democracy.
hansard.parliament.uk/Lords/2025-1...
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A Taskforce led by pub chains and night-time industry groups, excluding public health experts, is driving government licensing reforms.
Who really benefits? Communities, or corporate profit?
Read our position here: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/04/d...
Who really benefits? Communities, or corporate profit?
Read our position here: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/04/d...
Deregulating alcohol licensing: how the government’s proposals risk undermining public health and democracy - Institute of Alcohol Studies
In April 2025, the UK government launched a ‘Licensing Taskforce’ to review the Licensing Act (2003). On the surface, the review promised to “modernise” the system and “support growth” in the night-ti...
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November 4, 2025 at 9:06 AM
A Taskforce led by pub chains and night-time industry groups, excluding public health experts, is driving government licensing reforms.
Who really benefits? Communities, or corporate profit?
Read our position here: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/04/d...
Who really benefits? Communities, or corporate profit?
Read our position here: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/04/d...
🚨 Fast-tracking pub & hospitality licenses risks more anti-social behaviour, pressure on emergency services & the NHS, and rising alcohol harm. Local voices must stay central. We need action to #ReduceAlcoholHarm. Communities can’t be sidelined. @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
November 4, 2025 at 8:50 AM
🚨 Fast-tracking pub & hospitality licenses risks more anti-social behaviour, pressure on emergency services & the NHS, and rising alcohol harm. Local voices must stay central. We need action to #ReduceAlcoholHarm. Communities can’t be sidelined. @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
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New research from @stir.ac.uk shows Scottish ambulance staff are frequently subjected to violence when they attend alcohol-related callouts.
Government plans to change alcohol licensing in England are deeply flawed & risk ramping up the pressures on emergency services.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Government plans to change alcohol licensing in England are deeply flawed & risk ramping up the pressures on emergency services.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The paramedic who wakes up wondering: 'Will I make it home tonight?'
Araf Saddiq has been assaulted five times, spat on and verbally abused on countless occasions.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 30, 2025 at 11:14 AM
New research from @stir.ac.uk shows Scottish ambulance staff are frequently subjected to violence when they attend alcohol-related callouts.
Government plans to change alcohol licensing in England are deeply flawed & risk ramping up the pressures on emergency services.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Government plans to change alcohol licensing in England are deeply flawed & risk ramping up the pressures on emergency services.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
1/2 “Alcohol is everywhere – in shops, gyms, even the Post Office. It’s a big problem: 8 out of 10 people in the NE see alcohol as a serious issue and want action. Nationally, alcohol harms thousands of lives every year. @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
November 3, 2025 at 9:03 AM
1/2 “Alcohol is everywhere – in shops, gyms, even the Post Office. It’s a big problem: 8 out of 10 people in the NE see alcohol as a serious issue and want action. Nationally, alcohol harms thousands of lives every year. @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
1/2 Freezes on alcohol duty have handed billions to alcohol companies.
New #Budget25 analysis shows the Govt could raise £3.4bn over 5 years by:
• Raising duty on non-draught alcohol in line with inflation
• Reintroducing a 2% escalator above inflation
New #Budget25 analysis shows the Govt could raise £3.4bn over 5 years by:
• Raising duty on non-draught alcohol in line with inflation
• Reintroducing a 2% escalator above inflation
October 31, 2025 at 7:28 AM
1/2 Freezes on alcohol duty have handed billions to alcohol companies.
New #Budget25 analysis shows the Govt could raise £3.4bn over 5 years by:
• Raising duty on non-draught alcohol in line with inflation
• Reintroducing a 2% escalator above inflation
New #Budget25 analysis shows the Govt could raise £3.4bn over 5 years by:
• Raising duty on non-draught alcohol in line with inflation
• Reintroducing a 2% escalator above inflation
🚨 Think alcohol is harmless? Think again.
In 4 mins, @IARCWHO breaks down the link between #Alcohol & #Cancer, the impact, and ways to reduce risk. Includes the latest #IARCHandbook & their Evidence Summary Brief. 🔽
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#AlcoholIsToxic
In 4 mins, @IARCWHO breaks down the link between #Alcohol & #Cancer, the impact, and ways to reduce risk. Includes the latest #IARCHandbook & their Evidence Summary Brief. 🔽
t.co/ZdYbfcTAXv
#AlcoholIsToxic
https://youtu.be/cI_0edNvyY4
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October 31, 2025 at 7:22 AM
🚨 Think alcohol is harmless? Think again.
In 4 mins, @IARCWHO breaks down the link between #Alcohol & #Cancer, the impact, and ways to reduce risk. Includes the latest #IARCHandbook & their Evidence Summary Brief. 🔽
t.co/ZdYbfcTAXv
#AlcoholIsToxic
In 4 mins, @IARCWHO breaks down the link between #Alcohol & #Cancer, the impact, and ways to reduce risk. Includes the latest #IARCHandbook & their Evidence Summary Brief. 🔽
t.co/ZdYbfcTAXv
#AlcoholIsToxic
1/2 Karen from Newcastle experienced harm from alcohol growing up, as an adult and as a mum.
Along with 7 in 10 NE adults Karen supports the Government’s plans to introduce mandatory alcohol health labelling across a range of risks.
Along with 7 in 10 NE adults Karen supports the Government’s plans to introduce mandatory alcohol health labelling across a range of risks.
October 30, 2025 at 8:44 AM
1/2 Karen from Newcastle experienced harm from alcohol growing up, as an adult and as a mum.
Along with 7 in 10 NE adults Karen supports the Government’s plans to introduce mandatory alcohol health labelling across a range of risks.
Along with 7 in 10 NE adults Karen supports the Government’s plans to introduce mandatory alcohol health labelling across a range of risks.
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...outcome isn’t “growth” - it’s more deaths, more cancers, more heart disease, more strain on the NHS.
In short: duty cuts don’t help the public, they help shareholders.
The SWA’s lobbying isn’t about the economy - it’s about boosting profits while the public pays the price.
In short: duty cuts don’t help the public, they help shareholders.
The SWA’s lobbying isn’t about the economy - it’s about boosting profits while the public pays the price.
October 29, 2025 at 10:49 AM
...outcome isn’t “growth” - it’s more deaths, more cancers, more heart disease, more strain on the NHS.
In short: duty cuts don’t help the public, they help shareholders.
The SWA’s lobbying isn’t about the economy - it’s about boosting profits while the public pays the price.
In short: duty cuts don’t help the public, they help shareholders.
The SWA’s lobbying isn’t about the economy - it’s about boosting profits while the public pays the price.
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Coincidentally, on the same day, an industry article stated that UK alcohol sales hit £27.4 billion last year - spirits alone almost £8bn. Almost the highest figure on record.
So profits are booming during record alcohol deaths.
Cut duty and the...
www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/brit...
So profits are booming during record alcohol deaths.
Cut duty and the...
www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/brit...
Brits spent £27.4bn on alcohol last year - The Spirits Business
The UK population spent £27.4 billion (US$36.45bn) on alcohol in the off-trade in 2024, according to an ONS consumer trends report.
www.thespiritsbusiness.com
October 29, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Coincidentally, on the same day, an industry article stated that UK alcohol sales hit £27.4 billion last year - spirits alone almost £8bn. Almost the highest figure on record.
So profits are booming during record alcohol deaths.
Cut duty and the...
www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/brit...
So profits are booming during record alcohol deaths.
Cut duty and the...
www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/10/brit...
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The Scotch Whisky Association is demanding that the government cuts alcohol duty, with dubious research suggesting tax rises damage the public purse.
Meanwhile, they’re selling billions of pounds of spirits and watching people die from alcohol harm. (🧵)
harpers.co.uk/news/fullsto...
Meanwhile, they’re selling billions of pounds of spirits and watching people die from alcohol harm. (🧵)
harpers.co.uk/news/fullsto...
SWA research suggests alcohol duties are damaging the public purse - Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News
New research from the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has found that in the year to August...
harpers.co.uk
October 29, 2025 at 10:49 AM
The Scotch Whisky Association is demanding that the government cuts alcohol duty, with dubious research suggesting tax rises damage the public purse.
Meanwhile, they’re selling billions of pounds of spirits and watching people die from alcohol harm. (🧵)
harpers.co.uk/news/fullsto...
Meanwhile, they’re selling billions of pounds of spirits and watching people die from alcohol harm. (🧵)
harpers.co.uk/news/fullsto...
1/2 A must-read from @healthfoundation.bsky.social
Later pub hours won’t fix the economy - but could worsen a public health crisis. Alcohol deaths are at a record high, inequalities are widening, and harm costs billions. Why make drinking easier? 🔽
shorturl.at/9ZeVS
Later pub hours won’t fix the economy - but could worsen a public health crisis. Alcohol deaths are at a record high, inequalities are widening, and harm costs billions. Why make drinking easier? 🔽
shorturl.at/9ZeVS
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October 29, 2025 at 8:54 AM
1/2 A must-read from @healthfoundation.bsky.social
Later pub hours won’t fix the economy - but could worsen a public health crisis. Alcohol deaths are at a record high, inequalities are widening, and harm costs billions. Why make drinking easier? 🔽
shorturl.at/9ZeVS
Later pub hours won’t fix the economy - but could worsen a public health crisis. Alcohol deaths are at a record high, inequalities are widening, and harm costs billions. Why make drinking easier? 🔽
shorturl.at/9ZeVS