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6 February 2025

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Complaint upheld against Jinro Soju’s promotional activity at summer festival

28 January 2025

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Portman Group appoints Nick Baird as new Chair

22 January 2025

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Portman Group to launch first proactive audit to assess responsible alcohol marketing across the market

15 January 2025

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Complaint upheld against Little Mesters Brewing tap handle and pump clip

8 January 2025

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YouGov survey shows more people drinking low and no alcohol alternatives than ever before

22 November 2024

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Complaints upheld against three Bearded Brewery ciders

11 November 2024

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Alcohol industry’s Independent Complaints Panel recruits new member

6 November 2024

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Complaint not upheld against Jam Shed wine point of sale material

24 October 2024

Blogs

Review shows more health information present on labels for consumers than ever before

18 September 2024

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Complaint upheld against ‘Hello Kitty’ branded wine

12 September 2024

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Near universal alcohol industry uptake of Portman Group health labelling guidelines

3 September 2024

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28 years of the Portman Group Code of Practice: A look back over the years

15 July 2024

Blogs

Responsible summer marketing: A hat trick of top tips

2 May 2024

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Independent Complaints Panel appoints three new members

17 April 2024

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Complaint upheld against Beak Brewery products

11 April 2024

Press Releases

Complaint not upheld against Twickenham Brewery’s ‘Naked Ladies’ pump clip

21 February 2024

Blogs

Portman Group and YouGov Low and No Alcohol Consumer Trends Report: A New Era of Mindful Consumption

24 January 2024

Press Releases

New Deputy Chair of Independent Complaints Panel appointed 

19 January 2024

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Complaint not upheld against Asahi Super Dry beer

17 January 2024

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Portman Group launches first industry wide Alcohol Alternatives Guidance for packaging and marketing

15 January 2024

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Complaint not upheld against Wolfie’s Whisky collaboration with Rod Stewart

12 January 2024

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Complaint not upheld against BrewDog ‘Wingman’ beer

9 January 2024

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Independent Complaints Panel recruiting for two new members

3 January 2024

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YouGov survey shows rise in popularity of low and no alcohol alternatives, with young adults now the biggest consumers

18 December 2023

Press Releases

Complaint upheld against Pirate’s Grog Love Potion No 9 gift pack containing sex toy and Kama Sutra

13 December 2023

Blogs

Stuff the turkey…not your marketing compliance! Our top tips to have a compliant Christmas

11 December 2023

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Upheld complaints more than double in 2023, with rise in alcohol products found to have particular appeal to under-18s

4 December 2023

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Portman Group appoints new Chair of Independent Complaints Panel

22 November 2023

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Two Northern Monk beers discontinued after complaints upheld

20 November 2023

Press Releases

Portman Group revises Code of Practice on the Naming, Packaging and Promotion of Alcoholic Drinks to enhance protection for under-18s

7 November 2023

Blogs

Pump up the… compliance – ensuring your marketing is compliant for the on-trade

31 October 2023

Blogs

Partnerships for change: continuing the moderate drinking trend

19 October 2023

Blogs

Code rule 3.2(f) quick read – a quick easy way to ensure your marketing doesn’t encourage immoderate, irresponsible, or illegal consumption

11 October 2023

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Breaking Down Barriers by CFE Research

3 October 2023

Blogs

Partnerships for change: tackling binge drinking and alcohol related crime

29 September 2023

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Portman Group wishes Independent Complaints Panel Chair Nicola Williams a fond farewell

28 September 2023

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Response to Department for Health and Social Care consultation on updating labelling guidance for no and low-alcohol alternatives

21 September 2023

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Regulator warns producer to act responsibly as complaints about four Tiny Rebel products upheld

19 September 2023

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Response to Australian National University’s study on alcohol-related A&E admissions

1 September 2023

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Complaint against Carbon Crush upheld for particular appeal to children

29 August 2023

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Response to National Records of Scotland alcohol-specific deaths figures

24 August 2023

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Complaint against AU Vodka Gold Gang Money Gun upheld

23 August 2023

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Portman Group bids fond farewell to Nicola Bates, announces new Director of External Affairs

11 August 2023

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Complaint against YES Gin not upheld

8 August 2023

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Punch Pubs & Co and Beam Suntory join Portman Group as associate members

2 August 2023

Blogs

Partnerships for change: reducing underage drinking

26 July 2023

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Response to Alcohol Focus Scotland’s analysis of specialist alcohol treatment access

26 July 2023

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Portman Group updates guidance taking advice from top children’s marketing company

26 July 2023

Blogs

A guide to how to avoid appealing to kids in your marketing

13 July 2023

Press Releases

Complaint against Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky upheld

4 July 2023

Blogs

Assisting, Restoring and Developing the drinks and hospitality industry workforce

30 June 2023

Press Releases

Complaints against AU Vodka products not upheld

26 June 2023

Blogs

Keep your marketing decent (the top 3 ways to cause serious or widespread offence, and how to avoid doing so)

26 May 2023

Blogs

Further enhancing protection for under-18s – Code Review of rule 3.2(h): Particular appeal to under-18s

26 May 2023

Blogs

Video: Naming, Packaging and Promotion Code

26 May 2023

Press Releases

Portman Group reviews particular appeal to under-18s Code rule

24 May 2023

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Response to PAC report on alcohol Treatment

5 May 2023

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Complaint against Four Loko not upheld

27 April 2023

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Complaint against Engine Organic Gin upheld for suggestion of therapeutic qualities

25 April 2023

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Complaint against Belcondie’s King William Fortified Wine upheld

21 April 2023

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Confirmed – complaint against Bearded Brewery’s Unshaven Maiden upheld

20 April 2023

Press Releases

Response to “New Leadership, A Fresh Start for Scotland” speech by First Minister Humza Yousaf

17 April 2023

Blogs

Independent Complaints Panel member review – Claire Fowler

27 March 2023

Blogs

Advisory Service Q+A – retail placement and retail price

1 March 2023

Press Releases

The Independent Complaints Panel hires two new members

28 February 2023

Blogs

Portman Group research highlights how low and no alcohol alternatives have become ingrained in consumer responsible drinking

24 February 2023

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Response to SHAAP’s calls for low and no alcohol marketing restrictions

22 February 2023

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Response to reports surrounding Unshaven Maiden

20 January 2023

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Response to reports surrounding Canada’s new drinking guidelines

16 January 2023

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We’re hiring: Regulatory Affairs Executive – Training and Advice

5 January 2023

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Complaint against Dragon Soop Venom upheld

1 January 2023

Press Releases

One third of alcohol drinkers in Scotland now semi-regularly consume low and no alcohol

1 January 2023

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Government must go further to encourage low and no alcohol uptake

21 December 2022

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Complaint against BuzzBallz products not upheld

19 December 2022

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Complaint against Piggin’ Drunk Ale upheld

16 December 2022

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Response to the NHS Digital Health Survey for England 2021

14 December 2022

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Over 80% of alcohol product complaints concern particular appeal to under-18s

14 December 2022

Blogs

The Holidays are here – and so is our 2022 Taking Responsibility Regulation Report!

8 December 2022

Press Releases

Response to the ONS report on alcohol-specific deaths 2021

29 November 2022

Press Releases

Update to alcohol Portman Group guidelines: sampling and irresponsible or immoderate consumption

29 November 2022

Blogs

Driving the changes to our guidance – sample it here!

17 November 2022

Press Releases

Portman Group response to the launch of the Scottish Government’s Consultation on Restricting Alcohol Advertising and Promotion

16 November 2022

Press Releases

Complaint against MixPixie’s Prescription Gin upheld

15 November 2022

Blogs

Selling Alcohol Responsibly through the off trade

14 November 2022

Press Releases

Response to SHAAP’s report on alcohol sponsorship of football

28 October 2022

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Independent Complaints Panel Member x2

28 October 2022

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Independent Complaints Panel seeks two new members

14 October 2022

Press Releases

Response to Northern Ireland’s Alcohol-Specific Death Figures

6 October 2022

Blogs

Video: Did you know the Portman Group regulates alcohol sponsorship?

27 September 2022

Blogs

Caffeinated Alcohol Beverages– how to ensure your marketing is stimulatingly compliant

27 September 2022

Press Releases

Complaints against Dragon Soop products not upheld

9 September 2022

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Statement on the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II

4 August 2022

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Response to the National Records of Scotland statistics on alcohol specific deaths

26 July 2022

COVID-19

Response to Sheffield University’s post COVID-19 model

20 July 2022

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Response to Stirling Uni’s packaging focus group

19 July 2022

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Complaint against Dead Man’s Fingers products not upheld

15 July 2022

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Response to the Global Burden of Disease’s analysis of health effects and alcohol consumption

6 July 2022

Blogs

Sun, Sea, and Responsible Marketing  – how to do this summer right!

4 July 2022

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Complaints against three gin products upheld

1 July 2022

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Complaint upheld against premium spirits brand Jatt Life’s sponsorship linking alcohol consumption with social success

15 June 2022

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Join us – Regulatory Affairs Team Assistant

15 June 2022

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Response to Alcohol Health Alliance UK labelling report

14 June 2022

Press Releases

Edrington UK and Treasury Wine Estates join Portman Group

8 June 2022

Blogs

Responsible Retailing

25 May 2022

Blogs

Get your sampling right this Platinum Jubilee bank holiday with our four top tips

12 May 2022

Press Releases

Zymurgorium gin liqueurs not considered particularly appealing to under-18s

10 May 2022

Press Releases

Portman Group updates alcohol labelling guidelines

6 May 2022

Press Releases

Response to Sydney University study calling for different drinking guidelines for obese adults

28 April 2022

Press Releases

Portman Group introduces new training programme specifically for small producers and start-ups

28 April 2022

Blogs

Launching our new training courses 

12 April 2022

Press Releases

Portman Group response to the recent study by Stirling University on alcohol labelling

31 March 2022

Press Releases

Portman Group warns drinks companies on fast growing ‘hard seltzer’ products

17 March 2022

Blogs

Helping drinks workers when they hit hard times

25 February 2022

Press Releases

Response to Department for Transport provisional estimates for drink driving in the UK in 2020

22 February 2022

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Response to calls to end airport alcohol licensing rules in Scotland

22 February 2022

COVID-19

Response to Public Health Scotland’s alcohol sales and harm in Scotland during the COVID-19 pandemic report

1 February 2022

Press Releases

Response to latest Public Health Scotland alcohol-related hospital admissions

1 February 2022

Press Releases

Response to latest the Local Alcohol Profiles for England in 2020-21

31 January 2022

Blogs

Portman Group research shows a significant increase in consumer appetite for low and no alcohol

29 January 2022

Press Releases

Response to calls for shops to keep alcohol away from queues

28 January 2022

Press Releases

Independent Complaints Panel hires its first Deputy Chair and appoints three new members

21 January 2022

Press Releases

Portman Group’s response to BCAP and CAP Code amendments on low alcohol drinks marketing

20 January 2022

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Response to World Heart Federation’s no safe alcohol level claims

17 January 2022

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Response to the the Royal College of Psychiatrists survey on home drinking

17 January 2022

Press Releases

Response to alcohol-industry funded educational materials in schools

12 January 2022

Blogs

25 Years of Responsible Alcohol Regulation and Portman Group in 2021

1 January 2022

Press Releases

One in three UK drinkers now regularly choose low or no alcohol products

20 December 2021

Blogs

A year as Panel Chair

20 December 2021

Press Releases

Babe sparkling wines not considered particularly appealing to under-18s

14 December 2021

Press Releases

Response to the Stirling University study into the Scottish ambulance service

8 December 2021

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Increase in alcoholic drinks aimed at health-conscious consumers leads to new guidance for hard seltzers and CBD products

8 December 2021

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Response to the the ONS report on alcohol-specific deaths

30 November 2021

Press Releases

Response to the AHA’s alcohol marketing report

25 November 2021

Blogs

Is mandatory alcohol labelling needed?

25 November 2021

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Half of all alcoholic drinks now feature calorie information on labels

12 November 2021

Press Releases

Mikkeller’s Side Eyes complaint upheld by the Independent Complaints Panel

11 November 2021

Press Releases

Warning – offensive language – Precedent setting decision for a complaint against Fok Hing Gin

21 October 2021

Press Releases

Supporting the work of Only A Pavement Away

13 October 2021

Blogs

What happens if I complain?

7 October 2021

Blogs

UK Government changes how it tracks alcohol health trends as drinking rates fall

30 September 2021

Press Releases

Alcohol marketing at the Six Nations

29 September 2021

Press Releases

Tiny Rebel has eight products considered by the ICP

24 September 2021

Blogs

Portman Group calls on WHO for renewed focus on harmful drinking and to recognise the industry as a constructive partner

21 September 2021

Press Releases

Elaine Hindal stepping down as Drinkaware CEO

16 September 2021

Press Releases

Join us – Regulatory Affairs Executive

13 September 2021

Blogs

Join us as an Independent Complaints Panel Member

9 September 2021

Blogs

Supporting International FASD Awareness Day 2021

8 September 2021

Press Releases

Northern Ireland’s Preventing Harm, Empowering Recovery – Substance Use Strategy

17 August 2021

Press Releases

Response on National Records of Scotland figures on alcohol deaths in 2020

30 July 2021

Blogs

2021 and beyond – a seminar spotlighting industry trends

23 July 2021

Blogs

Community Alcohol Partnerships (CAP) – preventing alcohol harm to young people

15 July 2021

COVID-19

PHE report on alcohol consumption and harm during the COVID-19 pandemic

15 July 2021

Press Releases

The Portman Group welcomes two new members as industry support for self-regulation grows during 25th anniversary year

9 July 2021

Press Releases

Response to AHA poll on alcohol labelling

1 July 2021

Press Releases

Work with us – Media and Communications Executive

29 June 2021

Press Releases

Response to Alcohol Focus Scotland’s call for pictorial warnings on pack

23 June 2021

COVID-19

Supporting Communities blog series – Goodbye

16 June 2021

Press Releases

Response to WHO Proposed Global Alcohol Plan 2022-2030

4 June 2021

Blogs

Low2NoBev Conference – Portman Group to speak at inaugural event

1 June 2021

Press Releases

Response to Imperial College London study on impact of alcohol on brain, heart and liver

26 May 2021

COVID-19

All Hands to the Pump – supporting pubs and employees to reopen safely

25 May 2021

Press Releases

Statement on OECD report on alcohol consumption in the UK

25 May 2021

Press Releases

Statement on ONS data regarding alcohol-specific deaths

25 May 2021

Press Releases

Response to Kings College London study on increased drinking among 55-74 year olds

17 May 2021

Press Releases

Statement on indoor hospitality reopening in the UK

12 May 2021

COVID-19

Only a Pavement Away – The Hospitality Industry Supports Homeless People into Employment

11 May 2021

COVID-19

Portman Group-YouGov research on pandemic drinking and the return to pubs

6 May 2021

Press Releases

Portman Group statement on ONS alcohol-specific deaths

28 April 2021

COVID-19

Moderate majority continues throughout lockdowns and beyond

28 April 2021

Blogs

Taking Responsibility – ‘Responsible Regulation of Alcohol Seminar’

28 April 2021

COVID-19

Running the Alcohol Recovery Day Programme during COVID-19

25 April 2021

Press Releases

Response to Cardiff University study on the price of food influencing alcohol sales

25 April 2021

Press Releases

Response to the Department of Health’s proposed plans to change alcohol labelling laws

21 April 2021

Press Releases

Leading the way on CBD – Portman Group issues first category guidance on CBD

21 April 2021

Blogs

Portman Group’s Advisory Service issues guidance on CBD

16 April 2021

Blogs

Portman Group CAP Consultation Response

14 April 2021

COVID-19

Local Pub Supports Local Community

13 April 2021

Blogs

PHE methodology consultation – Portman Group response

9 April 2021

Press Releases

Brits return to the pub – but it’s for pals not pints

1 April 2021

Blogs

Low and No Virtual Conference 2021

30 March 2021

Blogs

The Launch of the Responsible Regulation of Alcohol Seminar Series

17 March 2021

COVID-19

Cooper King Distillery and Hand Sanitiser Production

3 March 2021

COVID-19

The Drinks Trust – Supporting the industry’s work

25 February 2021

Blogs

Portman Group issues first category guidance on hard seltzers

25 February 2021

Press Releases

Response to the Department of Transport’s provisional estimates for drink-driving in 2019

25 February 2021

Press Releases

Response to the ONS data on alcohol-specific deaths in England and Wales

20 February 2021

COVID-19

Supporting Communities Report – Press Release

17 February 2021

Press Releases

The Drink Sector Responds to COVID-19

17 February 2021

COVID-19

Supporting Communities Blog Series – Introduction

8 February 2021

Blogs

Response to Northern Ireland substance use strategy

26 January 2021

Blogs

Regulating Through Change

26 January 2021

Press Releases

Regulating Through Change 2018 – 2020

25 January 2021

Blogs

Portman Group research into consumer interest in Low and No Alcohol

25 January 2021

Press Releases

Response to the Scottish Government’s snapshot Scottish Health Survey

25 January 2021

Press Releases

Response to the PACTS report calling for Government action on drink driving

24 January 2021

Press Releases

Response to the Global Drug Survey 2020 Results

20 January 2021

Press Releases

Complaint against ‘Colorado High’, the first CBD infused product to be considered by the alcohol sector’s Independent Complaints Panel, is upheld

4 January 2021

Press Releases

Post COVID-19 = driest January on record? New research shows Brits embrace low and no like never before

21 December 2020

Blogs

John Timothy Leaves the Portman Group

17 December 2020

Blogs

WHO Consultation

3 December 2020

Press Releases

Portman Group Announces New Chief Executive

26 October 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19 Blog Series – Goodbye

21 October 2020

Press Releases

Campari UK becomes the Portman Group’s newest member

19 October 2020

COVID-19

Selling Safely Online – Portman Group

15 October 2020

Press Releases

Nicola Williams is Announced as New ICP Chair

15 October 2020

COVID-19

Mindful Drinking in Lockdown – Club Soda

13 October 2020

Blogs

Goodbye from Jenny Watson CBE

12 October 2020

Press Releases

Complaint against Heineken’s Orchard Thieves cider not upheld

12 October 2020

COVID-19

Stockpiling to Sales – Portman Group

8 October 2020

COVID-19

Global Leadership – IARD

5 October 2020

COVID-19

‘Cheers’ Campaign – SAIP

1 October 2020

COVID-19

Community Approaches – UK Spirits Alliance

28 September 2020

COVID-19

Lockdown and Beyond, Pandemic Drinking Trends – Portman Group

24 September 2020

COVID-19

Support for High Risk Drinkers – Drinkaware

23 September 2020

Press Releases

Response to the Scottish Government’s publication of the Scottish Health Survey and report on crime

23 September 2020

Press Releases

Response to the Royal College of Psychiatrists’ report on lockdown drinking

23 September 2020

Press Releases

Response to the AHA report on alcohol harm

23 September 2020

Press Releases

New Chair Philip Rycroft shares his vision for an expanded Portman Group

21 September 2020

COVID-19

Moderate Lockdown Drinking – Portman Group and YouGov Research

17 September 2020

COVID-19

Whisky and Hand Sanitiser – Scotch Whisky Association

16 September 2020

Press Releases

Complaint against Hammerton Brewery’s Buoyancy Aid not upheld

16 September 2020

Press Releases

COMPLAINT AGAINST ASTON MANOR’S FROSTY JACK’S CIDER NOT UPHELD

15 September 2020

Press Releases

Response to the Royal College of Psychiatrists’ report on lockdown drinking

15 September 2020

Press Releases

Response to the Social Market Foundation’s report on low and no alcohol

14 September 2020

Press Releases

Response to the AHA report on alcohol harm

14 September 2020

COVID-19

Producer Actions – Portman Group Members

10 September 2020

COVID-19

Pubs Support Local Communities During Lockdown – British Beer and Pub Association

8 September 2020

Press Releases

Statement on the Social Market Foundation report on low and no alcohol

7 September 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19 Blog Series – Introduction

7 September 2020

Press Releases

Portman Group Launches Response To COVID-19 Blog Series Featuring Drinkaware and BBPA

4 September 2020

Press Releases

Thatchers becomes the Portman Group’s newest member

26 August 2020

Press Releases

Response to AHA audit on alcohol labelling

24 August 2020

Press Releases

English lead the return to the pub, while ‘Gen-Z’ move from ‘generation sober’ to ‘generation congregate’

23 August 2020

Press Releases

Response to AHA audit on alcohol labelling

19 August 2020

Press Releases

Shaken, not stirred – alcohol producers clear industry regulatory hurdles

13 August 2020

Blogs

Clearing the scrutiny – 95% of the industry adhere to the rules

3 August 2020

Press Releases

Scottish alcohol industry partnership welcomes the Portman Group as a new member

3 July 2020

Press Releases

Portman Group calls on drinkers to enjoy the moment, but to do so responsibly this weekend

3 July 2020

Press Releases

Complaint against Karpackie 9% upheld

24 June 2020

Blogs

Portman Group research shows Brits continue to moderate their drinking under lockdown

18 June 2020

Blogs

Chair of the Independent Complaints Panel (June 2020)

5 June 2020

Press Releases

New surveys show Brits drinking moderately under lockdown

3 June 2020

Press Releases

Portman Group responds to new survey on drinking during the Covid-19 lockdown

21 May 2020

Blogs

Alcohol industry continues to step up to help tackle COVID-19 and support local communities

15 May 2020

Blogs

Sampling and promotions under social distancing

15 May 2020

Press Releases

PG responds to new Drinkaware survey on lockdown drinking among furloughed workers

7 May 2020

Press Releases

Portman Group urges continued moderation through the long weekend

4 May 2020

Blogs

Stockpiling fears appear unfounded as lockdown Brits drinking same or less

1 May 2020

Press Releases

Portman Group hails latest CGA survey showing Brits drinking same or less during lockdown

2 April 2020

Blogs

Alcohol industry steps up action to help tackle COVID-19 and support local communities

17 March 2020

Blogs

How to contact us whilst our team works remotely due to Government advice on Covid-19

3 March 2020

Blogs

How Retailer Alert Bulletins Work

3 March 2020

Press Releases

Complaints against two Lost and Grounded products

3 March 2020

Press Releases

Complaint against Oranjeboom 8.5% Upheld

3 March 2020

Press Releases

Complaint against Purity Brewing’s ‘Lawless’ Upheld

27 February 2020

Blogs

Tackling alcohol harm with Scottish Parliamentarians

25 February 2020

Press Releases

A new era for the Portman Group: Increased and growing membership

25 February 2020

Blogs

How the Independent Complaints Panel Works

13 February 2020

Blogs

Are you the next Chair of the Portman Group?

10 February 2020

Press Releases

Complaint against Taras Boulba Upheld

10 February 2020

Press Releases

Complaint against Ménage à Trois Midnight Upheld

23 January 2020

Press Releases

Trends for 2020: Nearly 60% of people trying lower alcohol substitutes

20 January 2020

Blogs

Meditations on the Mindful Drinking festival

9 January 2020

Blogs

Portman Group survey reminds producers that container choice has impact on drinker perceptions

6 January 2020

Press Releases

COMPLAINT AGAINST FOURPURE BREWING COMPANY’S JUICEBOX UPHELD

3 January 2020

Press Releases

Complaint Against Birra Moretti Grani Antichi Not Upheld

3 January 2020

Press Releases

Complaint Against Leffe Brune Abbey Not Upheld

2 January 2020

Press Releases

Latest Portman Group-YouGov survey provides update on public’s view on how alcohol containers shape consumption

12 December 2019

Blogs

John Timothy CEO – how to address political challenges to the alcohol sector

9 December 2019

Press Releases

The Portman Group celebrates ‘30 years of alcohol corporate social responsibility’

7 December 2019

Blogs

Portman Group responds to the Northern Ireland consultation on liquor licensing

6 December 2019

Press Releases

PORTMAN GROUP RESPONSE TO RECENT COVERAGE OF THE ICP DECISION ON TINY REBEL’S CWTCH

2 December 2019

Press Releases

COMPLAINT UPHELD AGAINST OAKHAM ALE’S THRILLSEEKER

2 December 2019

Press Releases

COMPLAINT UPHELD AGAINST TINY REBEL’S CWTCH

7 November 2019

Press Releases

Portman Group responds to new OECD report ‘Health at a Glance 2019’

31 October 2019

Press Releases

Sir Martin Narey to step down as Portman Group Chairman

30 October 2019

Press Releases

Complaint Against The Bearded Brewery’s Suicyder Upheld

7 October 2019

Press Releases

Complaint Against Beavertown Brewery’s Bloody Ell Not Upheld

7 October 2019

Press Releases

Complaint Against Camden Town Brewery’s Show Off Lager Not Upheld

30 September 2019

Press Releases

Portman Group welcomes IARD report highlighting declining binge drinking in Europe

9 September 2019

Blogs

The decline of underage drinking in the UK

27 August 2019

Press Releases

Marks & Spencer Group plc’s Porn Star Martini Decision Upheld

27 August 2019

Press Releases

Jameson Irish Whiskey Barrelback On-Trade Promotion Decision Upheld

13 August 2019

Press Releases

Portman Group welcomes IARD report highlighting declining underage drinking

1 August 2019

Press Releases

Consumer enthusiasm shows that the low and no alcohol boom is here to stay

31 July 2019

Press Releases

The Portman Group encourages industry to include 14 unit CMO guidance on labels

23 July 2019

Press Releases

Portman Group response to new Government paper on preventative health

18 July 2019

Press Releases

Portman Group response to BMA letter to the Public Health Minister

10 July 2019

Press Releases

Sweet Little Glitter Bomb Bubble Gum Gin Liqueur, Sweet Little Glitter Bomb Love Heartz, & Sweet Little Pink Vanilla Candy Floss Gin Based Liqueur Decisions Upheld

30 June 2019

Press Releases

Portman Group Statement on latest HSCIC statistics

27 June 2019

Blogs

Supporting the exciting rise of the low and no alcohol category

17 June 2019

Press Releases

Sir Martin Narey calls for better health advice and challenges all large producers to support the work of the Portman Group

30 May 2019

Blogs

UK drinking patterns are getting more responsible, let’s make sure this continues!

15 May 2019

Blogs

Alcohol marketing teams, don’t catch a fright this Halloween, be prepared!

16 April 2019

Blogs

Putting the relative risks of alcohol consumption into context

16 April 2019

Press Releases

Neck Oil – Complaint Not Upheld

16 April 2019

Press Releases

Unicorn Tears Gin Liqueur, Unicorn Tears Raspberry Gin Liqueur and Unicorn Tears Raspberry Gin Liqueur Miniature

15 March 2019

Press Releases

Police Chief calls on industry and public health to build trust and work in partnership to tackle harm

14 March 2019

Press Releases

Zymurgorium Forced Darkeside Rhubarb Gin Liqueur, Flamingo Tears and Pixie Tears – Complaints Not Upheld

4 March 2019

Press Releases

Revised Code targets offensive marketing and sets immoderate consumption definition

21 February 2019

Press Releases

Portman Group responds to High Streets and Town Centres 2030 report

18 February 2019

Press Releases

Partnership working key to a safer and healthier night time economy across the South West

8 February 2019

Press Releases

3 Pugs Bubblegum Gin Liqueur – Complaint Upheld

5 February 2019

Press Releases

Portman Group responds to new NHS alcohol data sets

1 February 2019

Press Releases

Portman Group response to ASA report on declining exposure to TV alcohol adverts

31 January 2019

Press Releases

Portman Group responds to London’s Night Time Commission report

22 January 2019

Press Releases

New research shows that 76% of people are now drinking at, or below, low risk levels

16 January 2019

Press Releases

Low and No Alcohol Boom Here To Stay

21 December 2018

Press Releases

Portman Group response to NHS Safe Space announcement

13 December 2018

Press Releases

Portman Group responds to low and no alcohol descriptors consultation outcome

4 December 2018

Press Releases

Portman Group responds to NHS health survey

22 November 2018

Press Releases

The night time economy is central to regenerating town centres, say Local Alcohol Partnerships Group

20 November 2018

Press Releases

Portman Group responds to low and no consultation outcome

19 November 2018

Press Releases

Targeted help needed to tackle the heaviest drinkers in the UK says alcohol watchdog

9 November 2018

Press Releases

HappyDown Cocktail – Complaint Upheld

8 November 2018

Press Releases

Portman Group responds to Mayor of London’s report on the Night Time Economy

5 November 2018

Press Releases

Complaint Against Desperados Not Upheld

26 October 2018

Press Releases

Fynoderee Manx Bumbee Vodka – Complaint Not Upheld

25 October 2018

Press Releases

Partnership working crucial to creating safe and vibrant town centres in Scotland

24 October 2018

Press Releases

Disco Forklift Truck Mango Pale Ale – Complaint Upheld

17 October 2018

Press Releases

Cronk Y Voddy – Complaints Upheld Under Sponsorship and Marketing Codes

12 October 2018

Press Releases

Easy IPA – Complaint Upheld

8 October 2018

Press Releases

Bars and restaurants will save the high street, say local councillors

13 September 2018

Press Releases

Slingshots – Complaint Upheld

26 July 2018

Press Releases

Local Alcohol Partnerships Group pledges its support to the Women’s Night Safety Charter

18 July 2018

Press Releases

Fall in teenage pregnancies as younger generation drink less

10 July 2018

Press Releases

BrewDog ‘Pink IPA’ – Complaint Upheld

6 July 2018

Press Releases

Yes, we are fit for purpose

3 July 2018

Press Releases

Developing a national ‘Safe Space’ framework could save public money and reduce alcohol harm

3 July 2018

Press Releases

Four new members appointed to Independent Complaints Panel for alcohol marketing

26 June 2018

Press Releases

Hoola Hooch – Complaint Not Upheld

19 June 2018

Press Releases

Partnership working vital to creating vibrant town centres and safer night time economies

14 June 2018

Press Releases

Raising a toast to a responsible World Cup

13 June 2018

Press Releases

UK alcohol watchdog annual report highlights growth in nostalgia based marketing

30 May 2018

Press Releases

We’re here to help, says Portman Group at craft beer event

24 May 2018

Press Releases

Portman Group response to World Cancer Research Fund report

21 May 2018

Press Releases

Portman Group calls for ‘clarity & consistency’ on low alcohol descriptors

18 May 2018

Press Releases

How our drinking habits have changed over four decades of royal weddings

18 May 2018

Press Releases

SPAR ‘Everyday Wine’ press releases – Complaint upheld

26 April 2018

Press Releases

Ambitious Code Review announced by UK Alcohol marketing watchdog

26 March 2018

Press Releases

Partnership working highlighted as the key to creating safe and vibrant town centres

5 March 2018

Press Releases

Fifth Review Planned for Alcohol Marketing Watchdog’s Code of Practice

1 February 2018

Press Releases

Behind the Headlines Blog: So what’s really going on with the Baby Boomers?

26 January 2018

Press Releases

Portman Group Statement on RSPH’s Report, Labelling the Point

7 January 2018

Press Releases

Portman Group response to NHS Long-Term plan and new alcohol care teams

15 December 2017

Press Releases

Portman Group statement on record low underage drinking statistics

11 December 2017

Press Releases

Cwtch – Complaint upheld

5 December 2017

Press Releases

Safe Spaces play vital role in supporting the UK’s vibrant night-time economy and reducing vulnerability

11 October 2017

Press Releases

New Portman Group report: Encouraging a thriving and diverse night-time economy

23 August 2017

Press Releases

CollaGin – Complaint Upheld For Making Thereapeutic Claims

23 August 2017

Press Releases

Mr Gladstone’s Curious Emporium – Complaint Upheld

3 August 2017

Press Releases

Portman Group statement on latest DfT drink driving statistics

1 June 2017

Press Releases

Cactus Jack’s Schnapps – Complaint Not Upheld

25 April 2017

Press Releases

Portman Group Confirms New CEO Appointment

7 April 2017

Press Releases

Two New Members Appointed To Independent Alcohol Complaints Panel

14 March 2017

Blogs

Emojis in Alcohol Marketing

7 February 2017

Press Releases

Portman Group statement on latest ONS alcohol-related death figures

30 January 2017

Press Releases

Local Alcohol Partnerships schemes confirm support for new Local Alcohol Action Areas

12 January 2017

Press Releases

K Cider 500ml Can – Complaint Not Upheld

12 January 2017

Press Releases

Crest Super 10% 500ml Can – Complaint Not Upheld

12 January 2017

Press Releases

Oranjeboom 8.5% 500ml Can – Complaint Not Upheld

14 December 2016

Press Releases

Portman Group Statement on NHS Digital Health Survey for England 2015

2 December 2016

Press Releases

Portman Group Responds to Public Health England’s Alcohol Review

25 October 2016

Press Releases

Portman Group Statement on BMJ study of women’s alcohol consumption

24 October 2016

Press Releases

Portman Group Chief Executive, Henry Ashworth, recruited to lead IARD

25 August 2016

Press Releases

Portman Group’s Response to Chief Medical Officers’ Alcohol Guidelines

15 July 2016

Press Releases

New report showcases best practice for building safe & vibrant night time economies

13 July 2016

Press Releases

Portman Group Publishes Annual Marketing Regulation Report & New Regulation Explainer Video

2 June 2016

Press Releases

Captain Morgan – Complaint Not Upheld

2 June 2016

Press Releases

Kopparberg Frozen Fruit Cider Pack – Complaint Not Upheld

6 May 2016

Press Releases

Behind the Headlines: Alcohol-related hospital admissions

6 May 2016

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Heineken Spectre 5% ABV 330ml Bottle (Primary and Secondary Packaging) – Complaint Not Upheld

15 April 2016

Press Releases

#LDNPARTNERS

23 March 2016

Press Releases

Nottinghamshire Praised for Tackling Alcohol-Related Crime – Improving Local High Streets

23 March 2016

Press Releases

PG welcome government strategy to tackle alcohol-related crime through industry partnerships

14 January 2016

Press Releases

MMWAH 5 x 20ml Bottles Mixed Flavour Drinks Complaint Upheld

8 January 2016

Press Releases

Portman Group Statement on New Alcohol Guidelines