Campaign for Alcohol Delivery Restrictions Following Tragic Death
My sister was spending £1,000 a month on drink from delivery apps
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Alex Hughes is advocating for restrictions on alcohol sales through delivery apps after her sister Zoe's tragic death in Lincoln, England. Zoe reportedly spent up to £1,500 monthly on alcohol via services like Deliveroo and Just Eat, prompting calls for government action to implement safeguards for vulnerable individuals.
- 01Alex Hughes started a petition for restrictions on alcohol delivery apps after her sister's death.
- 02Zoe Hughes spent between £1,000 and £1,500 monthly on alcohol from delivery services.
- 03Campaigners are calling for government regulations to limit alcohol purchases and delivery hours.
- 04The inquest ruled Zoe's death as accidental due to injuries sustained while under the influence.
- 05Delivery firms assert they follow legal requirements and conduct checks to prevent sales to intoxicated individuals.
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Alex Hughes, 31, is campaigning for restrictions on alcohol sales through delivery apps following the tragic death of her sister, Zoe Hughes, in Lincoln, England. Zoe, who was 35, reportedly spent between £1,000 and £1,500 a month on alcohol from services such as Deliveroo, Just Eat, and Uber Eats. Her death, ruled accidental by an inquest, was linked to a fall while under the influence of alcohol. Alex highlights that delivery apps made it too easy for Zoe to access alcohol, allowing orders to be placed quickly and conveniently. In light of this, she is advocating for government measures to limit the amount of alcohol that can be ordered within a 24-hour period and to restrict delivery times. Campaigners, including Alcohol Change UK, are calling for a review of existing licensing laws, which they argue are outdated and do not adequately address the risks associated with rapid alcohol delivery. Delivery companies maintain that they comply with legal requirements and have measures in place to prevent sales to intoxicated customers. However, the government acknowledges the concerns and is reviewing how licensing rules apply to these services.
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If implemented, these proposed restrictions could help prevent alcohol-related harm among vulnerable individuals, potentially saving lives and reducing the burden on healthcare services.
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