COGNICURRENT

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 article discusses the rising social costs of alcohol consumption in Poland and the measures taken by major cities to limit alcohol use.

Finnish parliament members are once again at odds over regulations governing alcohol sales, reigniting a longstanding debate over the legality of ordering alcohol from other EU countries.

In Italy, new regulations permit immediate drug and alcohol testing for employees suspected of substance use during high-risk work activities.

An FIR has been filed against a Gujarati family for misbehavior and threats at a resort in Arunachal Pradesh after they were stopped from drinking alcohol.

Nairobi County is proposing a comprehensive legislative overhaul of alcohol regulations to enhance family protection, public health, and industry order.

Croatia is planning to impose strict regulations on alcohol sales in Split, aiming to curb disturbances caused by intoxicated tourists.

A Swedish court ruled that marketing alcoholic beverages with food images violates advertising regulations, disappointing local breweries.

Tómas Þór Þórðarson welcomes new regulations allowing alcohol sales at sports events in Reykjavik, feeling this is a matter of freedom and questioning the restrictions imposed by local authorities.

The city of Poços de Caldas is tightening regulations regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages for Carnaval 2026 to ensure public health safety.

Beer consumption is now permitted at sports events in Reykjavík following new city council regulations.

The head coach of the Finnish ski jump team, Igor Medved, has been sent home from the Milan and Cortina Olympics due to violations of alcohol use regulations, according to the Finnish Olympic Committee.

Ryanair has advised passengers against carrying a certain type of alcoholic drink on planes due to safety regulations.

Authorities in Iztacalco, Mexico, have removed 88 illegal liquor stores from public roads and conducted verification visits to 155 businesses, resulting in numerous suspensions and closures for non-compliance with alcohol regulations.

The U.S. Department of Transportation is implementing new administrative adjustments for commercial drivers and maintaining the current federally mandated drug and alcohol testing protocols.

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.

Saudi Arabia has quietly begun allowing affluent foreign residents to purchase alcohol, marking a significant shift after a 73-year ban, with expectations for a future expansion of these regulations to tourists as part of broader social and economic reforms in the kingdom.

Oslo's Cultural and Business Council proposes extending alcohol service hours until 6:00 AM during the summer World Cup, applicable to venues showing matches.

The Krasnoyarsk region in Siberia announced new restrictions on alcohol sales to curb consumption, mandating reduced operating hours for liquor stores and special permits for outdoor alcohol sales at restaurants.

The number of alcohol sales points in Warsaw has been gradually decreasing, prompting councilors to decide on future licensing regulations.

The police closed an alcohol sales location for violating regulations on alcohol retail and service, with four individuals detained and 79 cases logged in the system over the night.

Strict new alcohol consumption limits have effectively deterred many drivers from drinking heavily during the holidays, with intensified checks proving impactful in reducing drunk driving incidents.

Drivers in the UK are warned about new DVLA and road rules that are being implemented starting January 1, 2026, including potential changes to driving licence eye tests, alcohol limits, and seat belt regulations.

A recent traffic surveillance campaign revealed that 500 drivers tested positive for alcohol daily, leading to 229 criminal proceedings due to severe violations of existing regulations.

As New Year's Eve approaches, celebrators are warned to adhere to new road code regulations and municipal ordinances to avoid fines amidst an increased presence of alcohol testing and fireworks bans.

This article discusses the training provided for members of the Alcohol Problem Resolution Committee in relation to their taxpayer obligations under PIT regulations.

The article discusses the potential benefits of setting the minimum age for social media use to 16, drawing parallels to regulations for alcohol and tobacco consumption and highlighting the negative impacts of social media.