THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
QUESTION FOR WRITTEN REPLY
Question 767
Mr M W Rabotapi (DA) to ask the Minister of Trade and Industry:
Whether he will introduce legislation that will limit the advertising of
alcoholic beverages similar to legislation on tobacco advertising; if not,
why not; if so, what are the relevant details?NW896E
Response:
the dti has recently commissioned a study on the impact of the advertising
of alcoholic beverages. This study was necessitated, in part, by concerns
relating to the impact of advertising on alcohol abuse and on alcohol
consumption by youth and the extent to which alcohol advertising influences
or stimulates drinking.
It is also important to assess the approach or content of adverts in
relation to responsible drinking, or in terms of stimulating drinking by
youth and poor communities. The findings of the study, after thorough
consideration and interrogation, will guide the department on whether a
stricter regulatory regime or prohibition of liquor advertising is needed.
The study was finalized in August 2009 and the dti is currently assessing
its findings and recommendations.
The study was finalised in August 2009 and the dti is currently assessing
its findings and recommendations.
Compiled by
Anton Viljoen
Recommended/Not Recommended
Mr Gcina Hlabisa
Acting Head: ERPC
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Mr Tshediso Matona
Director-General
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Minister Rob Davies (MP)
Minister of Trade and Industry
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