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Promoting an informed debate around alcohol’s impact on society

Our purpose is to advance the use of the best available evidence in public policy decisions on alcohol.


13262UK alcohol deaths fall in 2024 but remain well above pre-pandemic levels

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UK alcohol deaths fall in 2024 but remain well above pre-pandemic levels

11th May 2026

13245New study shows alcohol causes more cancers in Australia than previously thought

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New study shows alcohol causes more cancers in Australia than previously thought

Dr Peter Sarich

5th May 2026

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Now you see it, now you don’t

January 2026

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.@DHSCgovuk states that despite a small reduction in alcohol deaths, they are still “unacceptably high” and the department is “determined to drive them down”.

It cites improving labelling and the public health grant as action taken to reduce further.

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“He would still be here if it wasn’t for the apps.”

A powerful and tragic story highlighting how rapid alcohol delivery can fuel harm. Families are left powerless while orders can be placed every 90 minutes.

The Home Office says it’s now “looking…

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Want to help improve the nation’s mental health?

Fix alcohol policy.

Minimum unit pricing, reduced marketing, better treatment access – these aren’t just alcohol measures. They’re mental health measures.

@mentalhealth #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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In some countries, alcohol companies haven’t just lobbied governments – they’ve helped write the policies themselves.

Shaping regulation. Delaying reform. Expanding markets.

Our new film exposes how industry power operates in the Global South.

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Laura Cury – ACT Health Promotion, Brazil
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April 2026

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