Carey, Dolan set to champion alcohol awareness drive

THE GAA is to launch a major alcohol awareness campaign this summer. The Association will use some of its biggest stars to warn Irish youngsters of the perils of alcohol abuse.

Last year the GAA’s task force on alcohol and drug abuse recommended a phasing out of alcohol branding and sponsorship within two years, as well as the appointment of a full-time alcohol and drug abuse awareness officer.

GAA President Sean Kelly has met officials from the Department of Health and hopes the position can be filled within a month.