Alcohol Labelling Bill [HL]

To make provision for the labelling of alcoholic beverages; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Lords

Last Updated

10 October 2007

In Plain English

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The Alcohol Labelling Bill would require alcoholic drinks to carry clear, standard information on their labels. It sets what must be shown and how it should be presented, and creates powers for enforcement and penalties to ensure compliance. It also includes related provisions to support the labelling rules.

Key Points

Requires mandatory labelling of all alcoholic beverages with specified information.
Establishes enforcement powers and penalties for non-compliance.
Allows the label details to be set or updated by regulations, enabling changes without new primary legislation.

Who is affected?

Alcohol manufacturers and importersWholesalers and retailers of alcoholic beveragesSmall businesses in the alcohol sector (e.g., microbreweries, distilleries, wineries)Consumers who buy and drink alcoholLocal authorities and Trading StandardsPublic health organisations and charities focusing on alcohol

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