Balance North East
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Working to reduce the harm from alcohol: to health, to families and to society. www.reducemyrisk.tv
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📢 New report alert 📢
Minimum Unit Pricing in the UK: Who's backing it and who's blocking it?
We've analysed stakeholder positions on MUP to build a clearer picture of support and opposition, major reasons why, and whether MUP really is as polarising as portrayed.
📑 ahauk.org/resource/min...
Minimum Unit Pricing in the UK: Who's backing it and who's blocking it?
We've analysed stakeholder positions on MUP to build a clearer picture of support and opposition, major reasons why, and whether MUP really is as polarising as portrayed.
📑 ahauk.org/resource/min...
December 3, 2025 at 11:11 AM
📢 New report alert 📢
Minimum Unit Pricing in the UK: Who's backing it and who's blocking it?
We've analysed stakeholder positions on MUP to build a clearer picture of support and opposition, major reasons why, and whether MUP really is as polarising as portrayed.
📑 ahauk.org/resource/min...
Minimum Unit Pricing in the UK: Who's backing it and who's blocking it?
We've analysed stakeholder positions on MUP to build a clearer picture of support and opposition, major reasons why, and whether MUP really is as polarising as portrayed.
📑 ahauk.org/resource/min...
Drink driving deaths are at their highest level for nearly two decades. The latest Killer Tactics 2 report outlines how Big Alcohol tried to block proposals to lower limits & save lives ⚠️
Must-read 🔽
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
@aha-uk.bsky.social @oha-updates.bsky.social @ashorguk.bsky.social
Must-read 🔽
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
@aha-uk.bsky.social @oha-updates.bsky.social @ashorguk.bsky.social
December 5, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Drink driving deaths are at their highest level for nearly two decades. The latest Killer Tactics 2 report outlines how Big Alcohol tried to block proposals to lower limits & save lives ⚠️
Must-read 🔽
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
@aha-uk.bsky.social @oha-updates.bsky.social @ashorguk.bsky.social
Must-read 🔽
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
@aha-uk.bsky.social @oha-updates.bsky.social @ashorguk.bsky.social
1/2 🎄The festive season can hit workplaces hard. Research from @ippr.org shows alcohol & workplace drinking cultures lead to more sickness & absenteeism – on top of the serious health harms.
December 4, 2025 at 8:41 AM
1/2 🎄The festive season can hit workplaces hard. Research from @ippr.org shows alcohol & workplace drinking cultures lead to more sickness & absenteeism – on top of the serious health harms.
Supermarkets and convenience stores are piled high with cheap, high-strength alcohol, encouraging people to buy more. Many think it’s wrong that alcohol is so easily available everywhere.
Listen to these NE people 🔽
#ReduceAlcoholHarm @ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
Listen to these NE people 🔽
#ReduceAlcoholHarm @ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
December 3, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Supermarkets and convenience stores are piled high with cheap, high-strength alcohol, encouraging people to buy more. Many think it’s wrong that alcohol is so easily available everywhere.
Listen to these NE people 🔽
#ReduceAlcoholHarm @ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
Listen to these NE people 🔽
#ReduceAlcoholHarm @ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
1/2 🚨 Alcohol harm is rising in the UK – record alcohol deaths, yet only 22% of those who need support are getting it. Dependent drinkers face stigma, barriers to recovery, and constant alcohol promotion.
December 2, 2025 at 9:06 AM
1/2 🚨 Alcohol harm is rising in the UK – record alcohol deaths, yet only 22% of those who need support are getting it. Dependent drinkers face stigma, barriers to recovery, and constant alcohol promotion.
🎄“Supermarkets are piled high with cheap, strong alcohol in the run up to Christmas, encouraging people to buy more.” Many people feel alcohol is far too easy to get, especially when Christmas can be tough for those with a history of addiction. Listen to Karen 🔽 #ReduceAlcoholHarm
December 1, 2025 at 9:25 AM
🎄“Supermarkets are piled high with cheap, strong alcohol in the run up to Christmas, encouraging people to buy more.” Many people feel alcohol is far too easy to get, especially when Christmas can be tough for those with a history of addiction. Listen to Karen 🔽 #ReduceAlcoholHarm
1/2 We’re delighted to be at @onepunchuk.bsky.social
today for #PunchedOutCold. A single punch can change lives forever - and alcohol is often involved. Together, we can raise awareness and make North East communities safer.
today for #PunchedOutCold. A single punch can change lives forever - and alcohol is often involved. Together, we can raise awareness and make North East communities safer.
November 28, 2025 at 10:44 AM
1/2 We’re delighted to be at @onepunchuk.bsky.social
today for #PunchedOutCold. A single punch can change lives forever - and alcohol is often involved. Together, we can raise awareness and make North East communities safer.
today for #PunchedOutCold. A single punch can change lives forever - and alcohol is often involved. Together, we can raise awareness and make North East communities safer.
Sarah from Durham knows first-hand how alcohol can make mental health worse. With almost half of adults in the NE drinking above CMO guidelines, we need a national plan to lower drinking rates and raise awareness of alcohol harm.
@ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
@ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
November 28, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Sarah from Durham knows first-hand how alcohol can make mental health worse. With almost half of adults in the NE drinking above CMO guidelines, we need a national plan to lower drinking rates and raise awareness of alcohol harm.
@ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
@ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
We agree and welcome this step. Allowing alcohol duty to keep pace with inflation is the right move.
The UK government has confirmed that alcohol duty rates will be increased in line with inflation, staying the same in real terms.
We welcome this decision.
Our statement:
We welcome this decision.
Our statement:
November 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM
We agree and welcome this step. Allowing alcohol duty to keep pace with inflation is the right move.
We agree and welcome this step.
Allowing alcohol duty to keep pace with inflation is the right move. But there’s more to do
1️⃣ An annual escalator of 2% + RPI
2️⃣ A national alcohol strategy
Allowing alcohol duty to keep pace with inflation is the right move. But there’s more to do
1️⃣ An annual escalator of 2% + RPI
2️⃣ A national alcohol strategy
We welcome the Chancellor’s decision in today’s Autumn Budget to allow alcohol duty to keep pace with inflation.
However, there's still much more to do.
We will continue to call for:
1) An annual escalator of 2% + RPI
2)A national alcohol strategy
Our full statement 👉 ahauk.org/news/aha-res...
However, there's still much more to do.
We will continue to call for:
1) An annual escalator of 2% + RPI
2)A national alcohol strategy
Our full statement 👉 ahauk.org/news/aha-res...
November 27, 2025 at 11:58 AM
We agree and welcome this step.
Allowing alcohol duty to keep pace with inflation is the right move. But there’s more to do
1️⃣ An annual escalator of 2% + RPI
2️⃣ A national alcohol strategy
Allowing alcohol duty to keep pace with inflation is the right move. But there’s more to do
1️⃣ An annual escalator of 2% + RPI
2️⃣ A national alcohol strategy
Just like tobacco, alcohol causes cancer, but awareness remains low.
Awareness is vital – 30% who saw our Alcohol is Toxic campaign cut down how often they drink, 22% on how much they drink and another 17% talked to someone. #RightToKnow
@ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social @cancerresearchuk.org
Awareness is vital – 30% who saw our Alcohol is Toxic campaign cut down how often they drink, 22% on how much they drink and another 17% talked to someone. #RightToKnow
@ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social @cancerresearchuk.org
November 27, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Just like tobacco, alcohol causes cancer, but awareness remains low.
Awareness is vital – 30% who saw our Alcohol is Toxic campaign cut down how often they drink, 22% on how much they drink and another 17% talked to someone. #RightToKnow
@ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social @cancerresearchuk.org
Awareness is vital – 30% who saw our Alcohol is Toxic campaign cut down how often they drink, 22% on how much they drink and another 17% talked to someone. #RightToKnow
@ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social @cancerresearchuk.org
Alcohol harm continues to rise in the UK, with record alcohol deaths, and only 22% in need accessing alcohol support. Dependent drinkers face multiple, persistent barriers to entering recovery and social reintegration…like stigma and 24/7 alcohol promotion
November 25, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Alcohol harm continues to rise in the UK, with record alcohol deaths, and only 22% in need accessing alcohol support. Dependent drinkers face multiple, persistent barriers to entering recovery and social reintegration…like stigma and 24/7 alcohol promotion
1/ The rising toll of alcohol harm is staggering.
Every year - 980,000 hospital admissions and secondary diagnoses, a factor in 525,000 violent incidents, and a cost of £1.5bn a year in the NE alone. @ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
Every year - 980,000 hospital admissions and secondary diagnoses, a factor in 525,000 violent incidents, and a cost of £1.5bn a year in the NE alone. @ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
November 25, 2025 at 8:56 AM
1/ The rising toll of alcohol harm is staggering.
Every year - 980,000 hospital admissions and secondary diagnoses, a factor in 525,000 violent incidents, and a cost of £1.5bn a year in the NE alone. @ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
Every year - 980,000 hospital admissions and secondary diagnoses, a factor in 525,000 violent incidents, and a cost of £1.5bn a year in the NE alone. @ias.org.uk @aha-uk.bsky.social
By law, food and drinks have more information on the label than alcohol, such as calories.
So why not alcohol?
Our research shows people want clearer labelling with 7/10 of people in the NE supporting mandatory health labelling on alcohol. @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
So why not alcohol?
Our research shows people want clearer labelling with 7/10 of people in the NE supporting mandatory health labelling on alcohol. @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
November 24, 2025 at 11:09 AM
By law, food and drinks have more information on the label than alcohol, such as calories.
So why not alcohol?
Our research shows people want clearer labelling with 7/10 of people in the NE supporting mandatory health labelling on alcohol. @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
So why not alcohol?
Our research shows people want clearer labelling with 7/10 of people in the NE supporting mandatory health labelling on alcohol. @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
Men are more likely to drink at risky levels and be alcohol dependent, and 2x as likely to die from alcohol. We welcome recognition of these issues in the Men's Health Strategy - but a national alcohol strategy is long overdue
@aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk www.gov.uk/government/n...
@aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk www.gov.uk/government/n...
Government unveils England's first ever Men's Health Strategy
The government launches bold plan to tackle physical and mental health challenges faced by men and boys, and reduce inequalities.
www.gov.uk
November 20, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Men are more likely to drink at risky levels and be alcohol dependent, and 2x as likely to die from alcohol. We welcome recognition of these issues in the Men's Health Strategy - but a national alcohol strategy is long overdue
@aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk www.gov.uk/government/n...
@aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk www.gov.uk/government/n...
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Raising alcohol duty by 2% above inflation for 5 years would bring an extra £3.4 billion into the Treasury.
This would pay the salaries of 37,000 NHS nurses over the period.
Try out the @aha-uk.bsky.social calculator to see the economic benefits of a duty escalator: ahauk.org/alcohol-duty...
This would pay the salaries of 37,000 NHS nurses over the period.
Try out the @aha-uk.bsky.social calculator to see the economic benefits of a duty escalator: ahauk.org/alcohol-duty...
November 13, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Raising alcohol duty by 2% above inflation for 5 years would bring an extra £3.4 billion into the Treasury.
This would pay the salaries of 37,000 NHS nurses over the period.
Try out the @aha-uk.bsky.social calculator to see the economic benefits of a duty escalator: ahauk.org/alcohol-duty...
This would pay the salaries of 37,000 NHS nurses over the period.
Try out the @aha-uk.bsky.social calculator to see the economic benefits of a duty escalator: ahauk.org/alcohol-duty...
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Imagine a UK where alcohol harm is rare and equal opportunities for good health and wellbeing exist for all.
We were pleased to contribute to @ias.org.uk long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK.
Find out what we are calling for, and how you can help:
www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
We were pleased to contribute to @ias.org.uk long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK.
Find out what we are calling for, and how you can help:
www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
Why we need a long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK - Institute of Alcohol Studies
Alcohol harm is one of the biggest yet most overlooked public health challenges we face, with the impact felt not only in hospitals and clinics, but in our homes, workplaces, and local communities. Th...
www.ias.org.uk
November 11, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Imagine a UK where alcohol harm is rare and equal opportunities for good health and wellbeing exist for all.
We were pleased to contribute to @ias.org.uk long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK.
Find out what we are calling for, and how you can help:
www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
We were pleased to contribute to @ias.org.uk long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK.
Find out what we are calling for, and how you can help:
www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
1/2 We’d never tell people to “smoke responsibly,” so why do we let the alcohol industry push “drink responsibly”? Industry influence on policy is a clear conflict of interest. Steps to reduce alcohol harm must be independent.
November 13, 2025 at 8:49 AM
1/2 We’d never tell people to “smoke responsibly,” so why do we let the alcohol industry push “drink responsibly”? Industry influence on policy is a clear conflict of interest. Steps to reduce alcohol harm must be independent.
Alcohol causes seven types of cancer, yet most people don’t understand how. Our short explainer shows how it works – from DNA damage to hormone changes. Mandatory health labels are a key step to giving people the right to know. 🔽 #AlcoholisToxic
November 12, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Alcohol causes seven types of cancer, yet most people don’t understand how. Our short explainer shows how it works – from DNA damage to hormone changes. Mandatory health labels are a key step to giving people the right to know. 🔽 #AlcoholisToxic
Kelly’s story shows recovery is possible - even after her liver was near failure from alcohol. Sharing journeys helps others feel supported. Let’s keep on highlighting these stories to break stigma and give inspiration.
Read more 🔽 @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
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Read more 🔽 @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
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November 12, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Kelly’s story shows recovery is possible - even after her liver was near failure from alcohol. Sharing journeys helps others feel supported. Let’s keep on highlighting these stories to break stigma and give inspiration.
Read more 🔽 @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
shorturl.at/0KNW6
Read more 🔽 @aha-uk.bsky.social @ias.org.uk
shorturl.at/0KNW6
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Tobacco control showed what’s possible with a clear, long-term vision.
Now we need the same ambition to tackle alcohol harm.
Find out what we’re calling for - and how you can help - in our latest blog: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
Now we need the same ambition to tackle alcohol harm.
Find out what we’re calling for - and how you can help - in our latest blog: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
Why we need a long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK - Institute of Alcohol Studies
Alcohol harm is one of the biggest yet most overlooked public health challenges we face, with the impact felt not only in hospitals and clinics, but in our homes, workplaces, and local communities. Th...
www.ias.org.uk
November 11, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Tobacco control showed what’s possible with a clear, long-term vision.
Now we need the same ambition to tackle alcohol harm.
Find out what we’re calling for - and how you can help - in our latest blog: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
Now we need the same ambition to tackle alcohol harm.
Find out what we’re calling for - and how you can help - in our latest blog: www.ias.org.uk/2025/11/11/w...
A new report from the Alcohol Health Alliance, Action on Smoking and Health, and the Obesity Health Alliance tells the story of how health harming industries have used their tactics to undermine public health policies. Read more:
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
November 11, 2025 at 9:08 AM
A new report from the Alcohol Health Alliance, Action on Smoking and Health, and the Obesity Health Alliance tells the story of how health harming industries have used their tactics to undermine public health policies. Read more:
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
ahauk.org/resource/kil...
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Questions during our #AlcoholFreeKids campaign webinar on 'surrogate marketing' - where alcohol companies circumvent advertising restrictions using #NoLo products
Listen to Sheila Gilheany of @alcoholireland.ie on Ireland's experience of this
www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8nu...
Listen to Sheila Gilheany of @alcoholireland.ie on Ireland's experience of this
www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8nu...
What can Scotland learn from Ireland on alcohol marketing restrictions?
YouTube video by Alcohol Focus Scotland
www.youtube.com
November 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Questions during our #AlcoholFreeKids campaign webinar on 'surrogate marketing' - where alcohol companies circumvent advertising restrictions using #NoLo products
Listen to Sheila Gilheany of @alcoholireland.ie on Ireland's experience of this
www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8nu...
Listen to Sheila Gilheany of @alcoholireland.ie on Ireland's experience of this
www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8nu...
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November is #StomachCancerAwarenessMonth
#StomachCancer risk is higher in people who drink 3 or more units of alcohol each day, compared with people who don't drink or only drink occasionally.
Why not try these easy ways to cut down on your alcohol use?
#StomachCancer risk is higher in people who drink 3 or more units of alcohol each day, compared with people who don't drink or only drink occasionally.
Why not try these easy ways to cut down on your alcohol use?
November 10, 2025 at 12:30 PM
November is #StomachCancerAwarenessMonth
#StomachCancer risk is higher in people who drink 3 or more units of alcohol each day, compared with people who don't drink or only drink occasionally.
Why not try these easy ways to cut down on your alcohol use?
#StomachCancer risk is higher in people who drink 3 or more units of alcohol each day, compared with people who don't drink or only drink occasionally.
Why not try these easy ways to cut down on your alcohol use?
Imagine a UK where alcohol harm is rare and everyone has an equal chance of good health.
That’s the vision behind the new report 'A Healthier Future', which sets out the roadmap - and how cross-government action can make it happen.
🗺️View and share 👉 shorturl.at/TRuWd
That’s the vision behind the new report 'A Healthier Future', which sets out the roadmap - and how cross-government action can make it happen.
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A Healthier Future: A long-term vision to tackle alcohol harm in the UK - Institute of Alcohol Studies
Alcohol harm is a serious and growing concern in the UK, impacting people’s health and wellbeing, the NHS, social services, criminal justice, and our economy. These impacts are felt most by people on ...
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November 10, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Imagine a UK where alcohol harm is rare and everyone has an equal chance of good health.
That’s the vision behind the new report 'A Healthier Future', which sets out the roadmap - and how cross-government action can make it happen.
🗺️View and share 👉 shorturl.at/TRuWd
That’s the vision behind the new report 'A Healthier Future', which sets out the roadmap - and how cross-government action can make it happen.
🗺️View and share 👉 shorturl.at/TRuWd