"Availability is the poor cousin of marketing and pricing": qualitative study of stakeholders' views on policy priorities around tobacco and alcohol availability.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Reducing alcohol and tobacco availability is one potential way to reduce harm from these unhealthy commodities. This study explores key stakeholders' views in relation to policy priorities and considerations for both alcohol and tobacco availability.

Methods

We conducted semi-structured interviews with 14 stakeholders from alcohol and/or tobacco third sector organizations, government, public health and licensing in Scotland. Interviews explored their views on alcohol/tobacco availability, including its place in the policy landscape and experiences in gaining support for policies. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis.

Results

Stakeholders believed that alcohol and tobacco availability have not received as much policy attention as pricing and marketing.

SUBMITTER: Dimova ED 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11771472 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature