Drinking is a way of life in Ireland. Can a warning label change that?

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 6 min read 100% complete November 30, 2025 at 02:29 AM

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Ireland has a deep-rooted drinking culture, where alcohol is heavily integrated into social life. The Irish government passed a law in 2023 requiring strong warning labels on alcohol products, stating the health risks, including liver disease and cancer. These labels are currently on some products in pubs and supermarkets. However, the mandatory implementation of these labels, along with calorie and alcohol content information, has been delayed until 2028 due to concerns about international trade regulations. Drinks Ireland, the industry body, advocated for this delay and prefers an EU-wide agreement on labeling. The aim of the warning labels is to address Ireland's complex relationship with alcohol and its potential harms.

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Drinks Ireland 50% Jamesons 60% Guinness ×270% Ireland ×680%

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drinking culture 90% warning labels 80% ireland 80% alcohol consumption 70% health risks 60% pubs 60% socialising 50% drinks industry 50% irish law 40%

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Ireland

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