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Dutch government plans to scrap two tax benefits for alcohol producers (15 September 2026)
The 2027 Tax Plan reveals that the Dutch government intends to eliminate two tax benefits now enjoyed by beer brewers and other alcohol producers. More >>
Alcohol consumption before and during pregnancy has remained unchanged (10 September 2026)
In 2025, 47.9% of Dutch pregnant women consumed alcohol during the four weeks prior to conception. This is according to the 2025 Substance Use and Pregnancy Monitor from the Trimbos Institute. For this study, 1,588 young mothers completed a brief questionnaire at child health clinics. More >>
Can abstaining for one month really make a difference? (22 August 2026)
Participating in the Dutch alcohol challenge 'No Thanks' has an impact on participants, even twelve months later. This is shown by a study conducted by A. Esselink and colleagues, published in Psychology and Health. More >>
Per capita 15+ alcohol consumption down 6.3 percent in 2025 (30 July 2026)
In the Netherlands the recorded alcohol consumption per resident aged 15 and over fell 6.3 percent last year compared to 2024, according to the Dutch Institute for Alcohol Policy STAP. More >>
Health Council: “There is no safe limit for alcohol consumption” (25 June 2026)
Today, the Health Council issued a new advisory report to the Dutch minister of Health, Welfare and Sport regarding alcohol consumption and its consequences for health in a broad sense. The Health Council’s conclusion is: "There is no safe limit for alcohol consumption." More >>
A glimpse into the strategy of the alcohol industry (18 June 2026)
In an extensive article, De Volkskrant focuses on the way the alcohol industry has been attempting for decades to exert influence on scientific research, policymaking, and the public debate regarding alcohol through doctors and, above all, researchers. Journalist Maud Effting spoke with several people who can share their experiences on this. More >>

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