The ALMR has reacted to the confirmation that a minimum unit price for alcohol will be introduced in Scotland.
ALMR Chief Executive Kate Nicholls said: “Any measures that seek to promote healthier attitudes towards alcohol are to be welcomed, although we remain unconvinced that a minimum unit price will have the effect on problematic consumption the Scottish Government is seeking.
“The priority now is for the sector to work with the Scottish Government to implement the measure in a way that does not have a detrimental effect on eating and drinking out venues that are vital to Scotland’s economy.”