[Margaret Pilkington]

And will of course hit those responsible drinkers.

While minimum price for alcohol sounds like a good thing it penalises those who do not have the problems that the young folk have........and that is, an irresponsible approach to alcohol.

I think that some of the blame must go to the previous government who tried to foster a more continental attitude......they called it a 'Cafe Culture' and brought in 24 hour drinking......this was never going to be a good idea....and this has been proved in practical terms.......so my view would be to revert back to the old licensing hours......take alcohol out of supermarkets......bring back the offy if folk want a retail outlet for alcoholic drinks.