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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 >>
New requirements for wine labelling (26 May 2026)
Since December 8, 2023, new rules for wine labelling have applied under Regulation (EU) 2021/2117. On March 18, 2026, these rules were tightened by Regulation (EU) 2026/471 with additional provisions regarding QR codes. The new labelling requirements for dealcoholized wines apply from 19 September 2027. More >>
Stëlz promotes alcoholic product as ‘the new hard lemonade’ (12 May 2026)
Dutch health organizations have filed a formal complaint with the Advertising Code Committee regarding an advertising campaign by the alcohol brand Stëlz. Stëlz is made of sparkling water, a hint of lime, raspberry or grapefruit and 4.5% ABV. It is a Dutch product in which beer brewer Heineken holds a minority stake. More >>
Netherlands Health Council removes professor with ties to the alcohol industry from advisory committee (20 April 2026)
Professor Joline Beulens, an internationally renowned lifestyle researcher working at the Amsterdam UMC, is no longer a member of the Dutch Health Council's Alcohol Advisory Committee, after an investigation by The Investigative Desk and Follow the Money revealed that she was not transparent about her ties to the alcohol industry. More >>

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