Operation of ÁTVR is founded on clear public health and societal reasons
Illegal online alcohol sales undermine Iceland's public health goals and threaten ÁTVR's operations, warns CEO Ívar J. Arndal.
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Lauri Beekmann
May 163 min
Survey: Nearly half of minors obtain their alcohol through social media
Nearly half of minors obtain alcohol via social media, making it easy for them to access substances. Survey by EHYT ry: 40% use social media
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Lauri Beekmann
May 142 min
Positive alcohol trends among youth and peer pressure: Greater acceptance of staying sober at parties
Greater acceptance of saying no to alcohol among youth, but peer pressure remains high, with 72% expecting to drink during graduation period
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Lauri Beekmann
May 92 min
Saeima rejects age limit increase but moves forward with alcohol sales time restrictions
Saeima rejects raising the purchase age for alcohol to 20, opts to restrict sales hours instead.
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Lauri Beekmann
May 81 min
Social Democrats propose new model for farm sales compatible with Swedish alcohol monopoly
Swedish Social Democrats propose a new farm sales model, maintaining the alcohol monopoly without needing legislative changes.
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Lauri Beekmann
May 22 min
New report: 8 out of 10 young people approached by "too drunk" individuals
8 out of 10 young people aged 18-30 have been approached by someone too drunk, increasing the chance of rejection.
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Lauri Beekmann
Apr 302 min
One in four young people between 16-19 years feel that cocaine is as common at parties as alcohol
One in four youths in Norway feel cocaine as common at parties as alcohol, highlighting an urgent need for preventive measures.
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Lauri Beekmann
Apr 263 min
Healthier party culture initiative: Danish Health Authority, gymnasiums, and vocational schools collaborate for change
Danish schools unite for a healthier party culture, promoting alcohol-free events to foster inclusive, social environments for all students.
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Lauri Beekmann
Apr 242 min
Denmark: Many feel pressured to drink alcohol
25% drink alcohol due to peer pressure, not desire, revealing a problematic social expectation in Denmark's alcohol culture.
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Lauri Beekmann
Apr 172 min
Actis raises concerns as conservative majorities in municipalities push for relaxed alcohol policies
Actis criticizes municipalities for undermining alcohol reduction goals by extending serving times and expanding licensing.
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Lauri Beekmann
Apr 161 min
IOGT-NTO to the Government: "Do not proceed with the farm sales proposal on April 25"
"Introducing farm sales would dismantle a key alcohol policy tool. We must prioritize health over profit." Lucas Nilsson, IOGT-NTO Chairman.
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Lauri Beekmann
Apr 123 min
Swedish Customs: Sharp increase in intercepted online alcohol purchases
Swedes order more online alcohol, unaware of taxes. In 2023, Customs intercepted 7x more than 2022, incurring high taxes and penalty fees.
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Lauri Beekmann
Apr 112 min
Latvia plans to restrict sale of alcoholic beverages after 8 p.m. on weekdays and 6 p.m. on Sundays
Latvia limits alcohol sales: no purchases after 8 p.m. on weekdays, 6 p.m. Sundays to curb consumption, with further law amendments discusse
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Lauri Beekmann
Apr 102 min
Substance abuse and mental health organizations in Finland demand the government to cancel planned cuts to the organizations
Substance abuse and mental health orgs demand government to cancel cuts, vital for societal well-being and health promotion.
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Lauri Beekmann
Apr 23 min
The Danish government's prevention initiative lacks effective measures to address harmful drinking culture among youth
Danish Gov't initiative lacks effective steps to address youth's harmful drinking culture, despite known risks.
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Lauri Beekmann
Apr 13 min
TUBA: Easter is a difficult time for those growing up in homes with addiction. With the Conservative's proposal for a treatment guarantee, help could soon be on the way
Easter's tough for 109k kids with parents facing alcohol issues. The Conservative's plan offers a treatment guarantee, bringing hope.
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Lauri Beekmann
Mar 283 min
IQ: Barely seven out of ten Swedes think it's completely wrong to drive after a glass of wine
Nearly 7 in 10 Swedes say driving after a drink is wrong, down from 88% in 2010. Youth and Stockholm residents show less restraint.
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Lauri Beekmann
Mar 252 min
Blue Cross Norway urges the government to strengthen treatment services for youth with substance abuse problems
Blue Cross urges gov to boost youth substance abuse treatment, highlighting the rise in use and the need for early intervention and support.
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Lauri Beekmann
Mar 212 min
Coalition urges Icelandic government to prioritize public health over online alcohol sales
Icelandic coalition meets with Justice Minister, urging action against online alcohol sales to protect public health and maintain ÁTVR.
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Lauri Beekmann
Mar 192 min
EHYT: Expanding alcohol sales would deepen the health and social services crisis
Expanding alcohol sales risks deepening the health crisis. 78% of Finns find current regulations sufficient. Healthcare workers urge caution
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