This month's Drink & Drugs News (DDN) features an article exploring the future for alcohol policy given the significant changes facing the field. The comment explores the possible threats and opportunities for alcohol as it seeks to find its voice within wider substance misuse and public health agendas.
Download Future for alcohol policy article DDN sep 2010 [pdf]
Current consultations have significant implications for the issues raised, including the current drugs strategy consultation which closes this week on 30th September 2010. Consultation is also open on the NHS commissioning reform which also closes shortly on the 11th October 2010.
I don't think it is a question of either/or - its about findings the right balance. But the evidence clearly shows there is a limited effect on behaviour change through 'education' alone.
Posted by: James | Thursday, September 30, 2010 at 12:33 AM
Alcohol policy is an important thing, something needs to be done, but what is a difficult question.
I have always been in favour of education over heavy legislation.
TOM
Posted by: Tom Godwin | Monday, September 27, 2010 at 11:03 PM