A LABOUR MINISTER has confirmed that the government is pressing ahead with plans to ban drinks companies from sponsoring sporting events.
Róisin Shortall told the Dáil that Irish society can no longer tolerate the level of alcohol abuse in this country, particularly among young people, who are particularly influenced by alcohol advertising. She said she is working with national sporting bodies to phase out the advertising of alcohol in conjunction with sports events over a period of time.
However critics argue that the ban will cut off vital funds for sports around the country and will not be an effective deterrent.
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