The introduction of minimum unit pricing for alcohol could lead to an increase in the use of illegal drugs and the sale of illicit high-grade alcohol. Minimum unit pricing was introduced on Tuesday as a health measure to reduce alcohol-related harm. He said they could end up relying more on the illicit substance than they would on alcohol. One source said the price increases will affect those buying the cheap alcohol and could pave the way for the manufacture of homebrew. Minimum unit pricing has previously been introduced in Scotland and Wales, while regions in Australia and Canada also have a minimum pricing policy.

Source: Irish Examiner January 06, 2022 23:18 UTC