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Editorial: El País

  • The Spanish Government has presented a new law project to combat alcohol consumption, especially among minors.
  • 66% of Spaniards consumed alcohol in the last 30 days and 20% of students got drunk last month.
  • The law project proposes to ban drinking for minors throughout the country, limit sales to adults in areas frequented by minors, and limit alcohol advertising.
  • The law project allows companies to advocate for responsible alcohol consumption.
  • The debate over this law is compared to the anti-tobacco laws, which have effectively reduced smoking.

Conclusion: Despite the economic and cultural interests related to alcohol consumption in Spain, public health and protection of minors should be the priority. The law could have a positive effect on the health of the population, similar to the anti-tobacco laws.