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Alcohol Focus Scotland’s Manifesto is launched today (05/04/11).  The Manifesto calls for the new Scottish Parliament to take decisive steps to reduce the harm caused by alcohol by:

• Increasing the price and reducing the availability of alcohol
• Specifically targeting supermarkets for increased regulation
• Banning alcohol sport sponsorship
• Reducing drink driving limits to 50mg
• Awareness raising campaign on the harm alcohol causes to others
• Improved treatment and support services for people in need