Alcohol Strategy 2016–2022

The European Parliament has urged the EU Commission to “immediately” develop a new strategy to combat harmful alcohol consumption in the EU. In its resolution it already defines an array of concrete measures. The cep is assessing these measures in detail.

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Taking tobacco as a reference, it seems unlikely that restrictions on the marketing of alcoholic beverages will have a significant impact on consumption. The same likely holds true for warning labels. While the protection of minors is important, there is no need for action on the EU-level.