Drinks to Carry Warning Labels ; Home News IN BRIEF

May 29, 02:01 AM

Current Headlines: Warning labels on alcohol to be introduced under a government scheme should also include the words "Alcohol can kill", the British Liver Trust charity said, citing a rise in cirrhosis and drink- related deaths. In a voluntary agreement between ministers and the industry, drinks will be expected to carry details of units and recommended safe drinking levels on their labels by the end of 2008.

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