Measures proposed to deal with alcohol-related crime and disorder in the UK are given in the Home Office press release of 29th November. Included in the proposal is 'Minimum Unit Pricing'.
Plans in Scotland for MUP have met with opposition from the European Commission as a "disproportionate" response to Scotland's health problems. Health Secretary Alex Neil will be Speaking in Brussels today to argue the case for the Scottish government remaining committed to introducing minimum alcohol pricing. Speaking before his visit today Mr Neil said: "The point that I will make in Brussels is that minimum pricing can and will save lives.
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