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South Korea: Government Updates Beer Tax
The South Korean government has decided to tax beer based on volume and content as opposed to the cost...
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Bhutan: Easy Alcohol Availability Major Issue
According to a new report, easily accessible, cheap industrial alcohol is a major challenge for alcohol control in Bhutan.
The report, prepared by the Good Governance Committee, was submitted for deliberation at the on-going 23rd session of the National Council (NC). It was reported that as of November 30, 2017 the number of bars had increased to 4,118.
Given pervasive alcohol harm and the absence of comprehensive policy solutions, the committee recommended that government focus on addressing the issues, affirmative actions to ensure responsible parenting, affordable recreational facilities, rehabilitation services and to explore taxation and pricing policy.
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Estonia: Alcohol Use Hits 10 Year Low
Consumption of alcohol in Estonia has decreased to the lowest level seen in a decade, reports an analysis entitled “Estonia’s alcohol market, consumption and policy in 2018.”
Last year, Estonian residents consumed an average of 10.1 liters of pure alcohol per capita. This is the lowest reported level of alcohol consumption over the last decade.
While the progress of 2018 is significant a threat to this achievement is looming over Estonia. The country achieved this progress in 2018 on reducing alcohol harm through the implementation of evidence-based alcohol control policy, including raising alcohol taxes. Unfortunately the new Estonian government has decided to slash the alcohol tax by 25%.
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Northern Ireland: High Costs of Alcohol Problems in Older People
Alcohol problems among older people (over 50 years of age) in Northern Ireland is costing the health service £125 million per year. The number of alcohol-related deaths in Northern Ireland reached the highest level since records began in 2001. The largest number in deaths in 2017 was among those aged 45-54, closely followed by those aged 55-64.
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