PHOTO | FILEA proposed law seeks to have leading brewers and distillers take care of the ‘consequences’ that come with drinking. The Alcoholic Drinks Control Act (Amendment) Bill sponsored by Imenti Central MP Gideon Mwiti seeks to have beer manufacturers put between five and 10 per cent of the revenue they generate in insurance companies to compensate individuals who suffer damages. He said drinkers incur huge losses such as damaged vehicles in accidents and illness brought about by excessive drinking. “The Bill is a win-win for both consumers and manufacturers, the latter being compelled to ensure their consumers are engaged in responsible drinking,” he said. HUGE PROFITSMr Mwiti said beer consumers spent a substantial part of their productive lives pumping huge amounts of money into beer companies but when they experienced loss, they were left to their own devices, while the companies continued raking in huge profits, and targeting the next drinker.

Source: Daily Nation January 27, 2017 05:26 UTC