27 May 2020

"Dryish July" 2020 criticised as a cop out

From Afternoons, 1:27 pm on 27 May 2020

The popular "Dry July" campaign has this year opted to be different by offering the option of people only giving up alcohol for part of the month.

The organisers say this recognised that a month without alcohol might be too much in these times.

We speak to Alcohol Healthwatch Executive Director, Nicki Jackson about the message that sends about using alcohol as a coping mechanism.

Non-alcoholic drinks pairing at Pasture restaurant for Dry July

Non-alcoholic drinks pairing at Pasture restaurant for Dry July Photo: supplied