Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 June 2012
954 Deputy Maureen O’Sullivan asked the Minister for Health the measures that have been taken to ensure compliance with the upcoming Bavaria Beer sponsored Formula 1 racing event proposed to take place over the June Bank Holiday weekend; if there is compliance with the code of practice on alcohol marketing, communications and sponsorship; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27162/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe code of practice on Alcohol Marketing, Communications and Sponsorship places restrictions on alcohol sponsorship of sport; unlike statutory measures, these provisions are voluntary and are therefore not binding.
I am concerned that the code may not be fit for purpose. The recent report of the National Substance Misuse Strategy Steering Group recommended that drinks industry sponsorship of sport in Ireland should be phased out through legislation; and with regard to its recommendations, the Minister envisages an Action Plan being developed in advance of proposals being drafted for Government very soon.
