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NC’s Good Governance Committee presents report on alcohol

January 8, 2019
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Bhutan has tough policies and regulations when it comes to sales and promotion of alcoholic beverages. But poor compliance has rendered the regulations ineffective.

Recognising the issue as a growing concern, the Good Governance Committee (GGC) of the National Council had carried out a study on the harmful use of alcohol in the country.

Led by the Chairperson MP Tashi Wangmo, the members of the GGC presented the interim report in the National Council yesterday.

The committee reported that 514 patients died of liver disease caused by alcohol between 2015 and 2017. More than 6,000 traffic offences involving drink driving were recorded in the last three years.

The report also claimed that compared to other countries, alcohol is cheap and widely available in Bhutan. There were nearly 4,500 bars in the country as of 2017.

The committee also found out that the rule that restricts bars from selling alcohol before lunch and after 10pm is not followed.

“Even with several laws and acts implemented regarding alcohol consumption, not many abide by it. Despite allowing people to drink from 1pm till 10pm, some people drink before the given time, while many start drinking after 10pm. People are also found selling and consuming alcohol on Tuesdays, which is illegal by law,” Bumthang MP Nima said.

The committee also highlighted the impacts on country’s economy.

The committee will present its final report in the summer session of the parliament.

Members said the committee should look into latest statistics for its final report.

“Latest statistics can help us gain better insight into or understanding of the problem,” Gasa MP Dorji Khandu said.

The Deputy Chairperson Jigme Wangchuk said the committee should also look into the issue in relation with the country’s culture and tradition.

“This is because alcohol is traditionally accepted in many parts of the country,” he said.

The house also recommended the committee to look into marketing strategies and other relevant international reports.

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