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Alcohol in Society

We take our role in society seriously – we make great efforts to reduce alcohol-related harm without punishing moderate, responsible consumers

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As the representative voice for the spirits industry in Drinks Ireland we have worked closely with colleagues to ensure our category is aligned to the commitments made by the wider drinks industry in respect of the reduction of alcohol related harm. 

Public Health (Alcohol) Act 2018
Public Health (Alcohol) Act 2018

The Public Health (Alcohol) Act was signed into law in 2018. It contains some of the most restrictive measures governing the sale, promotion, price and labelling of alcohol in the world

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The drinks industry markets its goods responsibly to the mature audience for which our products are intended

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Responsible Retailing

Drinks Ireland supports measures that retailers take to ensure that alcohol products are sold in a responsibly

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Labelling

The drinks industry is committed to providing consumers with meaningful, relevant information

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Responsible Consumption

The majority of Irish people consume alcohol moderately and responsibly

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