Clearly there is a link between alcohol and crime and the government are keen to address this, how affective are their proposals?

... Project: S2 Clearly there is a strong link between alcohol and crime, a link, which the government are most keen to address. How effective do you feel their proposals are? In what ways might they be improved upon? Discuss in an essay of approximately 1500 words For a long time now the government have been looking at ways to tackle an increasing number of alcohol related crimes. The government have set up an action plan to tackle the problem; this involves the police, local authorities and representatives of the licence trade, magistrates and the public support joining forces. Initially my thoughts are why extend licensing hours when there is clearly an increase in alcohol related crime, surely this will only add to an already out of control crime level and encourage more binge drinking. It's like the old saying, you give an inch, and they take a mile. Offer longer opening hours then it

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