Seanad debates

Wednesday, 18 June 2003

Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2003: Second Stage.

 

The Minister received a submission from the Irish Medical Organisation, as did I. It highlights areas which could be examined in regard to this legislation. For example, it calls on the Government to introduce measures to prohibit publicans engaging in the practice of encouraging excessive drinking. The Minister has recognised this in his speech and it is reflected in this Bill, since section 20 prohibits the sale of liquor at a reduced price. In other words, "happy hours" will now be discouraged or not allowed at all.

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