Labels to warn over alcohol

The Department of Health will publish a consultation on the move.

It was reported last night that Ministers were considering mandatory warnings if the alcohol industry did not comply with a voluntary code.

The labels would feature a reminder about the effects of alcohol consumption, how many units were contained and recommended daily limits, the Daily Telegraph said. It is also planned to feature the logo of the Drink Aware campaign.

The announcement comes as some drinks companies are apparently refusing to comply with a voluntary code to introduce labels themselves.

Health Secretary Andy Burnham said: “We have now received assurances to comply from most of the major manufacturers and retailers. I invite the industry as a whole to deliver on these assurances.”