The Royal Australasian College of Physicians has supported the NT Government’s grog reforms.
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The reforms include a floor price on alcohol products and addressing the density of liquor licences and volume of alcohol sales.
"These are bold and evidenced-based measures that will help combat alcohol abuse in the community and will encourage a healthier approach to alcohol use and supply in the Territory," RACP president Catherine Yelland said.
"We commend the NT Government on considering a floor price on alcoholic drinks to reduce the availability of cheap alcohol.
"Cheap alcohol is a significant source of alcohol abuse and causes an enormous amount of damage particularly among high risk groups and young Australians,” Dr Yelland said.
"Outlet density is another measure that can lower levels of risky drinking. Evidence suggests that the number of liquor outlets and licensed venues in an area correlates with high risk drinking and teenage binge drinking.
Dr Yelland said the government should also ban alcohol advertising on its public transport.
"Alcohol and drug treatment services must be properly funded regardless of whether they are provided in a major city or remote community," Dr Yelland said.
"We need to see a greater investment in the services that will help rehabilitate people who are alcohol dependent and help them live healthier lives."
The NT Government has welcomed the Alcohol Policy and Legislation Review handed to government by the Chair of the Expert Alcohol Panel and former Chief Justice of the NT, Trevor Riley.
At least one recommendation, like the Sunday ban on sales, has already been knocked back by the Government.
However, there will be an immediate ban on all new takeaway alcohol licences.