Great news from Wales — the Senedd has voted to continue Minimum Unit Pricing and raise it to 65p, aligning with Scotland and strengthening action on alcohol harm.
A really positive step that will help prevent alcohol‑related cancers and save lives.
www.gov.wales/senedd-passe...
www.gov.wales
A landmark policy to help reduce deaths and harm from excess alcohol use will be extended in Wales, following a vote in the Senedd.
MUP:
🥃Targets stronger cheaper alcohol which is mainly consumed by those who drink the most
🩺Scotland's evaluation showed it had a positive impact on health outcomes
🍻May help level the playing field between on & off-trade as most drinks in on-trade venues are sold above the price per unit threshold
