A scheme to remove cheap super strength alcohol from sale in Suffolk stores has been hailed a success after a fall in reports of street drinking. The voluntary scheme started in Suffolk six months ago and Police say it's led to a near 50% drop in drink-related street crime.
Suffolk Police say they have been contacted by Norfolk and Essex forces about the initiative.
Councillors in Northampton are to consider whether to introduce a ban on licensed premises selling booze in the early hours of the morning.
The policy would restrict the sale of alcohol between midnight and 6am in areas where it is considered that there are alcohol related crime and disorder issues.
Off-licence owners are being asked to remove strong beers and ciders from their stores in an effort to tackle alcohol abuse.
Read the full storyIpswich has launched a campaign to stop the sale of super strength alcohol in what is believed to be the first initiative of its kind in the UK.
Off-licence owners are being asked to remove strong beers and ciders from their stores in an effort to tackle alcohol abuse.
