Measures look at curbing Ireland’s culture of binge-drinking

THERE is no coherent Government policy on drink here and this is the biggest obstacle to tackling underage and binge drinking, says Liquor Licensing Commission chairman Gordon Holmes.

The Commission, set up to provide recommendations on improving the drinks industry, delivered its final report to Justice Minister Michael McDowell just over a year ago.

But while the Commission was trying to finalise its recommendations, the lack of a clear Government policy became very apparent, Mr Holmes said.