Alcohol Industry in France Oppose Dry January
Submitted by Edie
- 9 November 2019
The alcohol industry in France have begun their protest against the dry January campaign proposed by the French Health Minister Dr Agnès Buzyn.
The campaign is designed to encourage people to abstain from alcohol for one month. It is hoped to encourage reflection on the potential harms of alcohol and the benefits of cutting down drinking.
So far, 8 wine companies have openly protested about the proposed campaign, putting forward arguments about alcohol consumption in moderation and the importance of French culture.
This is an ongoing battle between the alcohol industry and public health policy worldwide.
