At a meeting of the Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur town council yesterday, a bill was introduced.
\na proposal for an amendment to the law on the sale of alcohol was taken up and
\nThe following motion was put forward: <\/p>\n
Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Town Council urges Members of Parliament A recording of the meeting is available. Here<\/a> <\/p>\n
\nto reject a bill before the Althingi concerning an amendment to the law on
\nAlcohol retail. The Chief Medical Officer, health professionals, doctors' organisations and
\nNumerous parties working on health promotion and welfare issues warn against that
\na change which consists of the adoption of the bill and point out that research shows that
\nIncreased accessibility to alcohol, which will be accompanied by a significant increase in points of sale, leads to
\nincreased consumption, including among children and young people. Surveys show that
\nThe majority of the country's population is against the bill. Icelanders have taken precautions.
\nTackling drug and alcohol use among children and young people with remarkable success.
\nsuccess. The municipalities have contributed to this, among other things by
\na diverse and professional range of sports, arts and leisure activities for
\nchildren and young people. The Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Town Council places great emphasis on
\npreventative work and prioritises providing the best possible care for children and young people
\nupbringing. The health of residents, the interests and welfare of children and young people should
\nenjoy priority in all policymaking. Increased accessibility to alcohol and propaganda in
\nThe format of alcohol advertising runs counter to that view.<\/em><\/p>\n