Keith Humphreys and Ilora Finlay, Baroness Finlay of Llandaff on science and developing alcohol policy in Britain
Posted on 24-03-2013
in: Events And Seminars

Professor Keith Humphreys, discusses the role of science in developing alcohol policy. Arguing that policy should be about values, not simply science, he presents three areas in which evidence can, nonetheless, strongly inform the debate.

Baroness Finlay de Llandaff also argues that the implementation of the 2012 Alcohol Strategy has been slow and more needs to be done to enforce existing legislation.

‘Alcohol and British Society’ – Alcohol Research UK

Location: London

Alcohol Research UK’s 2013 conference took place on 12 March 2013, exploring alcohol and British society: Understanding the role of alcohol in contemporary British society is key to targeting the harms it can cause. This conference presented some of the latest developments in alcohol research, addressing issues such as: -Why alcohol harms are unevenly spread…

View this event’s 6 Video/s >

More from this event

More in this category

Lifeline Project & FEAD Read more

Welcome to Lifeline and FEAD (Film Exchange on Alcohol and Drugs). This project has been shaped by the wealth of experience, openness, and knowledge of the contributors. You are invited to comment on the clips, which are supported by footnotes to which you can add. FEAD is an ongoing Lifeline Project initiative.

Lifeline Project: In 1971 the Lifeline Project opened a day centre for drug users in Manchester. Since its foundation Lifeline has grown and developed, and now works in a diverse range of settings across the UK. Our purpose is to relieve poverty, sickness and distress among those persons affected by addiction to drugs of any kind, and to educate the public on matters relating to drug misuse.