We are taking action to reduce alcohol harm in London.
Tackling alcohol misuse in London
The alcohol problem in London
An estimated 5% of Londoners are dependent drinkers, meaning they drink to an extent that is likely to be damaging to their health. This compares to 3.6% of people across England as a whole. As with other health problems there is a greater impact on those living in deprived areas.
How we are tackling alcohol misuse
Together with the Government Office for London we published a priority statement for regional action on alcohol in July 2008. It outlined key approaches to address the harm that alcohol causes to individuals, families and communities in London:
- Reduce alcohol related harm to health through information campaigns and better access to treatment and support.
- Reduce alcohol-related crime and anti-social behaviour, through improving the night time economy and tackling the links between drinking and offending.
- Reduce the risk of harm to children and young people as a result of their own or others' drinking, through targeted youth support.
Joint Action Group for Alcohol in London (JAG)
The JAG was established by GLADA to support the delivery of the Regional Statement of Priorities, a framework for reducing alcohol related harm in the capital. It is made up of senior representatives in London with the skills and expertise to address particular aspects of alcohol related harm.
One of the key functions of the JAG is to hold forums for professionals working in the alcohol field in London. This is to support the sharing of good practice and information to support strategic work. Forums have so far focused on children and young people, community engagement and managing the night time economy.
Publications
Regional Statement of Priorities for Alcohol
Draft Health Inequalities Strategy
Draft Health Inequalities Strategy summary
Assembly response to Draft Health Inequalities Strategy
