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2nd August 2012
Time to ‘get tough on drink driving’
Eighty per cent of motorists say those who repeatedly drink drive should have their vehicles seized and sold or scrapped, according to a poll by IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists).
2nd August 2012
Off-licence training needed - Clune
Senator Deirdre Clune has extended her support to Gardai who objected to permission being granted for an off licence in the Douglas Court Shopping Centre.
31st July 2012
New policy group on alcohol to recommend minimum pricing
The RCPI has established a national policy group to address the health and social burden of alcohol in Ireland.
31st July 2012
Time to change policy on drug use
Ireland’s drug-related deaths are the third highest amongst 30 European countries, the Irish Examiner reported yesterday.
31st July 2012
Medics suggest crackdown on public order to tackle problem drinking
A panel of senior medics is likely to recommend a crackdown on drunk and disorderly behaviour in public as part of plans to tackle the issue of problem drinking.
30th July 2012
Don’t drink alcohol and swim water safety chiefs warn
The dangers of mixing alcohol with swimming or sailing has been highlighted by water safety chiefs.
30th July 2012
Young FG seeks drug legalisation
The youth branch of the country’s biggest political party is seeking the legalisation of marijuana for medical purposes.
30th July 2012
Heroin batch linked to anthrax
The HSE has issued an alert to health staff and drug services over fears that heroin contaminated with anthrax may have found its way to Ireland.
30th July 2012
Higher rate of drug deaths
Ireland has the third-highest rate of drug deaths out of 30 European countries, according to new figures.
29th July 2012
The booze battle
We know that Ireland has a drink problem, but how to tackle it has become a fight between politicians, lobby groups and the alcohol industry. How will we wean ourselves off the drink, asks PATRICK FREYNE.

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