‘Grandparents’ happy hour’ bill would let senior homes serve alcohol without a license
A new bill in Minnesota aims to allow senior living facilities to serve alcohol to residents without needing a liquor license, potentially enhancing social interactions among seniors.
Congress rejects lowering the maximum blood alcohol limit for drivers with votes against from PP, VOX, and ERC
The Spanish Congress's Interior Commission voted against a proposal to lower the blood alcohol limit for drivers from 0.5 to 0.2 grams per liter, opposing votes primarily coming from the PP, VOX, and ERC parties.
Significant changes to the alcohol law bill after hundreds of comments in the consultation portal
The alcohol law bill in Iceland has undergone notable revisions following extensive feedback from the public consultation portal.
Good news in Texas: a controversial law requiring ID to buy alcohol at any age will be relaxed
Legislators in Texas are considering changes to a controversial law that required all customers to show ID for alcohol purchases, regardless of age, which has faced criticism from the restaurant sector.
Night Alcohol Silence Throughout Warsaw. City Council Passed a Resolution
The Warsaw City Council has passed a resolution imposing a night-time alcohol sales ban from 10 PM to 6 AM across the city, effective June 1.
Will Hochul sign it? The law that would apply in New York during the 2026 World Cup and benefit thousands of businesses
A proposed law in New York seeks to allow bars and restaurants to serve alcohol outdoors during the 2026 World Cup, potentially benefiting many local businesses.
The ministry paid nearly 30,000 euros for an expert opinion - this is how the department head commented
The Finnish ministry has faced scrutiny for paying exorbitant fees for expert opinions related to alcohol legislation, raising concerns within the social and health committee.
The government finalizes the next relaxation of alcohol sales – strong spirits could be purchased directly from small distilleries
The Finnish government is preparing legislation to allow direct sales of strong spirits from small distilleries, despite pending regulations on remote sales and Sunday openings.
The dispute over alcohol continues in parliament – experts have different views on the EU distance sale percentage limit
Disagreements arise among experts in Finland regarding whether the country must allow the remote sale of alcohol from other EU countries up to 80% ABV.
Road Code: Starting today, alco-lock on cars of those convicted of drunk driving
From today, it is mandatory for vehicles owned by individuals convicted of driving under the influence to have an alcohol detection system installed at their own expense.
Kenya: Nairobi Moves to Tighten Alcohol Laws in Major Overhaul to Protect Families
Nairobi County is proposing a comprehensive legislative overhaul of alcohol regulations to enhance family protection, public health, and industry order.
Surprising Turn in Alcohol Home Delivery Law - Social and Health Committee Released Confidential EU Document from Years Ago
Finland's Social and Health Committee revealed confidential documents containing new insights into the EU Commission's stance on alcohol imports, which could significantly affect the country's alcohol remote sales law.
THL warns: Major disruption may happen in shopping centers
The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) warns that new alcohol retail outlets could emerge in Finland that compete with Alko, potentially operating during evenings and weekends.
Tackled Alcohol Sales Monopoly
The article discusses efforts to address the monopoly on alcohol sales in Iceland.
The Constitutional Law Committee expressed its opinion on home delivery of alcohol - here are the results
The Finnish Constitutional Law Committee has concluded that the government's proposal to allow the home delivery of alcoholic beverages can proceed through normal legislative channels.
The Constitutional Committee addressed the online sale and home delivery of alcohol - Here are the results
The Finnish Constitutional Committee has finalized its opinion on the proposed law regarding the online sale and home delivery of alcohol, stating that the law can be legislated through normal parliamentary procedures despite dissenting opinions.
In the Constitutional Law Committee, hands were raised: Nothing will come of it
The Finnish Constitutional Law Committee failed to gain quorum on a proposed alcohol delivery law, leading to its stalling.
Transport Minister to Tighten Rules for Reckless Drivers
Denmark's Transport Minister proposes stricter regulations for reckless driving, including mandatory license revocation for drivers convicted of negligent homicide due to drug or alcohol impairment.
No alcohol and no partisanship
A proposal by PSOE to reduce the blood alcohol limit for driving has been stalled in Congress for 14 months, despite receiving support twice before.