Alcohol duty rise to add 38p to gin from February 2026
Brits will pay more for wine, spirits and beer as alcohol duty rises by 3.66% in February 2026. See exactly how much your favourite drink will cost.
Brits will pay more for wine, spirits and beer as alcohol duty rises by 3.66% in February 2026. See exactly how much your favourite drink will cost.
Exclusive report on the global methanol poisoning crisis, from a British traveller's death in Laos to thousands of unreported fatalities worldwide. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.
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Thailand has implemented strict new alcohol rules, with fines up to £235 for violations. Learn how this affects your holiday and where you can still drink.
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Discover why Samuel Adams beer faces legal restrictions in multiple US states due to controversial alcohol content laws and packaging regulations.
Discover why Samuel Adams beer is considered illegal in several American states due to outdated alcohol regulations and quirky packaging laws.
Experts reveal why that familiar feeling of 'hangxiety' - the potent mix of hangover and anxiety - strikes after drinking alcohol, and what you can do to combat it.
New research reveals a dramatic shift in drinking habits among young Britons, with over a quarter now teetotal and alcohol consumption plummeting to record lows.
Exclusive: Ministers sever all official connections with alcohol industry-funded charity Drinkaware following mounting pressure from health experts and campaigners.
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New research reveals Britain's complex relationship with alcohol, from lockdown drinking surges to evolving social attitudes. Discover the sobering statistics shaping our national drinking culture.
Major reforms to alcohol strength regulations could see beer, wine and spirits become more potent as UK government aims to boost business and consumer choice.
The World Health Organisation has withdrawn its contentious alcohol reduction campaign following criticism from UK health officials who questioned the scientific evidence behind the initiative.