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Planned bans for alcohol advertising are overdone, says trade group

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A trade group of alcohol producers has criticised Scottish proposals to restrict advertising as “entirely disproportionate”. The Portman Group, whose aim is to promote responsible drinking and put forward the industry angle on alcohol issues, said the Scottish government proposals would “inhibit consumers’ ability to make informed choices”. The Scottish government’s consultation on restricting alcohol …

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