"Anger at 'U-turn' over minimum alcohol pricing"

From the BBC:

Downing Street has sought to play down reports the government has abandoned plans to introduce minimum alcohol pricing in England and Wales. A spokesman said the government was considering its response to a consultation and "will set out its approach in due course".

The industry has reacted angrily to reports the plan has been scrapped. The European Federation of Bottled Waters said recent figures showed that sales of bottled water consumption were falling due to unfair competition from cut price booze which is "cheaper than water" in most retail outlets.

"Minimum unit pricing would reward responsible bottled water drinkers and ensure the right choices for everyone who is looking for value in their shopping," said the body's chief executive Miles Beale.

H/t Bob E.