The Framework for Action sets out a series of measures aimed at reducing alcohol-related harm in Scotland. They form the basis of a comprehensive strategic approach to tackling alcohol misuse and will contribute to achieving the following broad outcomes:
Under each of these headings, actions the Scottish Government is already committed to are higlighted as well as new proposals on which views were sought.
The aim of the measures is to both deliver long-term sustainable change and to address current problems.
A consultation ran from June to September 2008. Read an analysis of the responses.