Dáil Wednesday 16 October 2013 at 11:00

Alcohol labelling legislation

Summary

James Bannon seeks urgent publication of the Public Health (Alcohol Labelling Provisions) Bill, citing cheap alcohol and binge drinking; the Taoiseach says Cabinet deferred it but will return to it shortly.

James Bannon Fine Gael

We have the largest binge drinking population in Europe-----

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Seán Barrett An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

We do not need statements, Deputy.

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James Bannon Fine Gael

-----and there is a huge increase in below cost selling and in the number of outlets selling cheap alcohol. This is very harmful to people's health. When can we expect the Public Health (Alcohol Labelling Provisions) Bill to be brought to the House? It is urgent.

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Enda Kenny The Taoiseach Fine Gael

I can confirm that this matter was on the agenda for the Cabinet yesterday, but because other matters had to be dealt with it was not taken. It will not be long.

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