Figures Reveal Scale of Alcohol Harm as Liverpool Commits to Action

Alcohol-related issues are the leading cause of death and illness among 15–49-year-olds in Liverpool.

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00:00Liverpool City Council is taking action to tackle the devastating impact of alcohol harm across the city

00:06as new figures show it's the leading cause of death and illness for people aged 15 to 49.

00:11The council is highlighting the toll alcohol takes on individuals, families and communities

00:16and setting out its vision to turn the tide through a new citywide alcohol strategy.

00:22In 2022 alone, more than 4,450 people in Liverpool were admitted to hospital

00:29for alcohol-specific conditions and tragically, 97 people lost their lives.

00:35These figures are well above the national average.

00:38Beyond the health risks, the wider impact is also alarming with more than 8,000 alcohol-related crimes

00:44and nearly 600 children's social care referrals linked to parental drinking in just one year.

00:51Director of Public Health Professor Matt Ashton warned that less actions taken,

00:56up to 38,000 more people could be living with major illness by 2040, many linked to alcohol harm.

01:03In response, the council is working with partners, including the NHS, Maerside Police and local universities

01:09to develop a long-term strategy focused on six key areas, prevention, treatment, safety,

01:15support for families, licensing, regulation and national advocacy.

01:19The strategy is being shaped using local data and expert input with public consultation plans for this autumn.

01:26A full launch is expected in January 2026.

01:29Councillor Harry Doyle says it's not about stopping people from drinking,

01:32but about promoting awareness, understanding the risks and offering support.

01:37The message from a Liverpool council is clear.

01:40It's time to rethink our relationship with alcohol for a healthier, fairer future.

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