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Alcohol Bill under review after Fine Gael opposition

The Department of Health is examining a number of alterations to the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill after intense opposition by Fine Gael TDs and Senators.

Up to 20 members have urged Taoiseach Enda Kenny to change the legislation, which would restrict advertising of alcohol and introduce minimum pricing.

However, the primary concern of the Fine Gael TDs and Senators is the clause forcing retailers to separate alcohol from other products in shops.

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Source: Sarah Bardon, The Irish Times, 27/10/16 

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