The Latest Breaking News from Alcohol

Ministers told to rethink proposals as alcohol advertising ban consultation ends

Unions and industry bodies make final plea for moderation of planned law changes

Insider UK · Mar 10, 2023

Drew Barrymore's therapist explains why he quit: 'Chronic self-destructive behaviors'

Over the weekend, Drew Barrymore said in an interview with the Los Angeles Times that her therapist once dropped her because of her excessive alcohol consumption.

Los Angeles Times · Mar 9, 2023

Blyth trainee teacher caught drink-driving after travelling with no headlights

Demi Harper had been out clubbing with a friend when she was persuaded to drive them both home, despite having consumed alcohol

Chronicle Live · Mar 9, 2023

Sleep-deprived Brits willing to spend up to £288 a year - to stop snoring habit

Over half of Brits either snore, or live with someone who does - and they are willing to try any measures to stop the habit

Daily Mirror · Mar 9, 2023

Crime has dropped in Alice Springs but experts divided on whether alcohol bans are effective

New internal figures from Northern Territory police show a significant drop in crime in Alice Springs since the re-introduction of alcohol restrictions but experts say they are not giving the full picture.

ABC News · Mar 9, 2023

Alice Springs police data shows drop in reported crimes after strict alcohol laws introduced

Domestic and family violence calls down more than 30% after restrictions came in as advocates warn primary drivers of harm must be addressed

The Guardian - AU · Mar 9, 2023

Man filmed on smash-and-grab booze raid at Kingswood Lidl

The police helicopter and dog team couldn't find him

Bristol Post · Mar 9, 2023

Pilot 'drank significantly' before fatal WA plane crash

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau has released its final report into a light aircraft crash south of Perth, which claimed the life of the pilot.

AAP · Mar 9, 2023

Famous ‘tequila worm’ found at bottom of bottle isn’t really a worm. So what is it?

For some, it’s a reward. For others, it’s a punishment.

Tribune News Service · Mar 8, 2023

On tap: Booze still allowed on Amtrak in New Hampshire

Riders on an Amtrak train that runs from Maine to Boston can continue buying alcoholic beverages during the 35-mile stretch of the trip that goes through New Hampshire as officials work out a “creative solution” to avoid violating a state liquor law

The Independent UK · Mar 8, 2023