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Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews share baby news as he reflects on sobriety and family
Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews are expecting their fourth child, and the couple’s happy news comes with a candid nod to Spencer’s past alcohol dependency. He opens up about how quitting drinking and committing to sobriety helped repair their relationship and shape him as a partner and dad. Readers get a glimpse of how support, honesty and lifestyle change can strengthen family life after addiction.
Read more …Bridget Jones statue goes teetotal and permanent in Leicester Square
the Guardian
15 Apr 2026
Bridget Jones is now a permanent fixture in Leicester Square, her statue symbolically off alcohol and cigarettes. A playful nod to how drinking culture is shifting.
Read more …Dr Amir Khan flags five warning signs your GP needs to check
The Mirror
14 Apr 2026
TV doctor Amir Khan outlines five persistent symptoms that should never be ignored, including a cancer warning sign more common in people who drink heavily.
Read more …Freixenet unveils ‘super-premium’ Diamond 0.0% alcohol-free fizz
The Drinks Business
14 Apr 2026
Freixenet’s new Diamond 0.0% brings a more premium feel to alcohol-free bubbles, aimed at drinkers who want celebration and flavour without the alcohol.
Read more …Could 'vaccine beer' make getting a jab as easy as having a drink?
The Independent
13 Apr 2026
An experimental ‘vaccine beer’ claims to trigger immunity simply by drinking a pint. Discover how it works, why experts are wary, and where alcohol risks fit in.
Read more …London restaurant loses alcohol licence after alleged assault on homeless man
The Standard
13 Apr 2026
A Westminster restaurant has lost its alcohol licence after an alleged assault on a homeless man uncovered serious licensing failures. See how alcohol rules are enforced in practice.
Read more …Independent brewers fight to survive as costs rise and pub access shrinks
MorningAdvertiser.co.uk
13 Apr 2026
Independent UK brewers are battling rising costs, pub closures and global giants. See how this shapes beer choice, local jobs and the future of community taprooms.
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Russia hikes import duties on alcohol from ‘unfriendly’ countries
The Drinks Business
13 Apr 2026
Russia’s new import duties on alcohol are set to raise prices and cut choice for many popular spirits. See how trade policy is reshaping the drinks market.
Read more …UK Glass Strikes Could Hit Alcohol-Free and Alcoholic Drink Supplies
The Drinks Business
2 Apr 2026
Strikes at a major UK bottle manufacturer may lead to shortages of popular alcoholic and alcohol-free drinks. Find out how the dispute could affect choice on shelves.
Read more …How the Iran conflict is disrupting India’s beer supply and pushing up prices
The Drinks Business
1 Apr 2026
Middle East conflict is hitting India’s beer supply, with gas, glass and can shortages driving up costs and prices. See how global tensions reach the bar.
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Vicky Pattison opens up about her dad’s alcoholism and her own fears around drinking
The Mirror
14 Apr 2026
Vicky Pattison speaks openly about her dad’s alcoholism, her fears of following in his footsteps, and how she is breaking the cycle with support and honesty.
Read more …Rev Richard Coles on weight-loss jabs, life after grief and living with alcohol’s impact
Wales Online
14 Apr 2026
Rev Richard Coles shares how weight-loss jabs, grief after losing his partner to alcohol addiction, and a new chapter in later life all fit together.
Read more …Moya Brennan: Clannad’s Celtic Voice, Her Battle With Substances and a Life of Service
the Guardian
14 Apr 2026
Moya Brennan’s story moves from substance use and personal pain to faith, recovery and service. A reflective look at healing behind an iconic musical career.
Read more …Health & Wellbeing
Alcohol, Risky Behaviour and the Law: Cardiff Case Highlights Hidden Costs of Heavy Drinking
www.walesonline.co.uk
13 Apr 2026
A Cardiff court case reveals how alcohol and drugs turned a difficult period of grief into dangerous, illegal behaviour. A stark reminder of why support and safer coping strategies matter.
Read more …Dad’s Death After Dental Tourism Highlights Link Between Alcohol, Mental Health and Missed Support
The Mirror
13 Apr 2026
A botched dental trip abroad, spiralling drinking and missed support led to a dad’s death. Explore how trauma, alcohol and mental health crises can collide.
Read more …NHS warns hay fever patients about alcohol and juice with common antihistamine
The Mirror
13 Apr 2026
Relying on fexofenadine for hay fever relief? NHS guidance explains how fruit juice and alcohol can affect how well it works and how sleepy you feel.
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How to Stay Safe, Hydrated and Clear-Headed at Music Festivals
The Independent
13 Apr 2026
Planning a festival weekend? Discover expert tips for staying safe in the heat, managing alcohol and drugs, and keeping your body and hearing protected.
Read more …Bangkok’s Songkran 2026 Goes Alcohol-Free to Prioritise Safety
The Drinks Business
10 Apr 2026
Bangkok’s 2026 Songkran festival will be alcohol-free, with earlier finish times and tighter safety rules. See how a huge celebration works without the booze.
Read more …Good Friday alcohol and supermarket trading rules across Australia
the Guardian
2 Apr 2026
Unsure what’s open on Good Friday in Australia? Explore how each state handles alcohol sales and supermarket hours so Easter plans stay stress-free.
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Told She Would Die From Drinking, Holly Dyson Now Runs for Recovery
The Independent
10 Apr 2026
A doctor once told Holly Dyson she would die from her drinking. Now she’s training for a half marathon and using her story to show that recovery is possible.
Read more …Leading charity backs safer drug consumption room plans in Edinburgh
The Herald
9 Apr 2026
A leading charity supports plans for a safer drug consumption room in Edinburgh, highlighting how harm reduction can save lives and strengthen recovery support.
Read more …Manager of Scotland’s first sober bar convicted of drink‑driving
The Herald
9 Apr 2026
A drink‑driving conviction for the manager of Scotland’s first sober bar highlights how alcohol misuse can affect anyone and why compassionate, alcohol-free spaces still matter.
Read more …Relationships & Family
Lauren Cowell backs raising social media age to 16 to protect children
The Mirror
13 Apr 2026
Lauren Cowell joins a growing campaign to raise the social media age to 16, sharing why online harms worry parents and how her family handles phones and apps.
Read more …ECB Addresses Cricket's Alcohol Culture Post-Ashes Defeat
BBC Sport
23 Mar 2026
ECB tackles alcohol culture after Ashes tour woes, seeking a balanced team environment.
Read more …Hospitality Industry's Youth Jobs Grant: A Boon for Employers and Young Jobseekers
MorningAdvertiser.co.uk
16 Mar 2026
Explore the new Youth Jobs Grant and its impact on hospitality employment.
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