Indications Government Will Push Forward With Minimum Unit Alcohol Pricing
It was set to be introduced at the same time as Stormont.
The Vintners Federation of Ireland is welcoming indications the government will press ahead with minimum unit alcohol pricing.
It was set to be introduced at the same time as Stormont.
However, with the political deadlock in the North, the Health Minister is set to proceed with the legislation south of the border.
Retailers fear it could lead to an increase in consumers travelling North to shop.
However, CEO of the Vintners Federation of Ireland, Padraig Cribben says the move is needed to deal with below cost selling:
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