UK Government confirms no assessment made on impact of alcohol delivery services on public health
Summary
A UK parliamentary written question reveals that the Department has not assessed the impact of alcohol delivery services on alcohol consumption or public health. The delivery of alcohol is regulated under the Licensing Act 2003 (under the Home Office). The Government acknowledges evolving consumer habits with growth in online and rapid alcohol delivery services, and a roundtable was convened with Minister Jones to explore the issue further. The content is a truncated excerpt from a formal parliamentary written answer.
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bskyUK Government confirms no assessment made on impact of alcohol delivery services on public healthquestions-statements.parliament.ukKey quotes
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The Government recognises that consumer purchasing habits have evolved in recent years, particularly with a notable growth in alcohol sales made via online platforms and rapid delivery services.
I recently convened a roundtable with Minister Jones, the Minister for Policing and Crime, to explore this issue further.
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