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5th November 2018
Minister for Health signs 23 sections of the Public Health Alcohol Bill into effectMinister for Health Simon Harris has signed the order to commence 23 sections of the Public Health Alcohol Bill into operation. The legislation, which was passed overwhelmingly by the Oireachtas last month, legislates for alcohol as a public health priority.
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5th November 2018
Alcohol advertising ban to start November 2019Alcohol advertising bans near schools or play areas, coupled with new separation rules for drink sold in shops, come into effect November 2019 after approval by Health Minister Simon Harris.
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5th November 2018
Alcohol advertising ban to start November 2019Alcohol advertising bans near schools or play areas, coupled with new separation rules for drink sold in shops, come into effect November 2019 after approval by Health Minister Simon Harris.
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2nd November 2018
Medical cannabis products can now be prescribed in Northern IrelandThe move has been welcomed by some, while others say the new rules are still too restrictive.
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30th October 2018
Drink-driving ban appeals permit motorists to stay on roadDecision to contest new three-month ban may leave driver on road for several years
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30th October 2018
9% rise in hepatitis B infections last yearThe number of cases of people infected with hepatitis B rose by 9% last year, although the health authorities said infection levels of the potentially fatal disease remain low.
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26th October 2018
New drink-driving rules have taken effectNew rules on drink-driving have taken effect which will automatically disqualify any motorists who are found to have consumed alcohol.
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23rd October 2018
First ever state-funded heroin injection centre will cater for 60 addicts a dayFirst ever state-funded heroin injection centre will cater for 60 addicts a day
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19th October 2018
https://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/prosecutor-says-act-being-used-to-impede-drink-drivingDefence barristers use law to stall cases and keep drivers on road, forum hears
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19th October 2018
Less than 2,000 motorists tested for drug-driving since law introducedLess than 2,000 motorists were tested for drug-driving since the legislation was introduced in April 2017, new figures show.
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