Liquor industry has a lot to answer for
The alcohol business takes far more than it gives through taxes, tourism and jobs
01 March 2021 - 14:26
It is time to challenge the liquor industry’s claim that “responsible drinking” is the answer to SA’s alcohol problem.
That assumes the problem lies with individuals who won’t control their drink, rather than an industry whose profits depend on excessive consumption. It is a stark reality that more than 80% of all alcohol consumed in this country is by heavy drinkers...
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