Time called on 'happy hour' binge drinking
The IndependentFor free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A crackdown on pubs and bars that encourage irresponsible drinking through "happy hour" drinks promotions is being planned by the Government. A crackdown on pubs and bars that encourage irresponsible drinking through "happy hour" drinks promotions is being planned by the Government. A Downing Street strategy unit is recommending that, under a new licensing act, powers will be given to local councils to modify or remove the licences of landlords found to be causing anti-social or violent behaviour through cheap drinks offers.
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