VFI calls for minimum price for alcohol

The Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) today backed calls by Alcohol Action Ireland for a minimum price for alcohol, saying such a move would to help prevent alcohol abuse.

Thu, 25 Aug, 2011 - 14:54

The Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) today backed calls by Alcohol Action Ireland for a minimum price for alcohol, saying such a move would to help prevent alcohol abuse.

"We welcome this debate on alcohol pricing but driving up the price of drink across the board is not the answer," VFI president Gerry Mellet said.

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