Evaluating the impact of local alcohol licensing decisions on outcomes for the community: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

International evidence reviews suggest that reducing the availability of alcohol positively impacts both levels of alcohol consumption and associated harms. To understand the impact of recent changes to alcohol licensing and public health in the UK, this review aimed to identify and synthesise quantitative research evidence on the impact of local alcohol licensing decisions on the health and well-being of the community.

Methods

We searched peer-reviewed articles and grey literature for UK studies. We extracted and tabulated key data from the included papers and appraised study quality. We included topic expert and public consultation to confirm the scope of the evidence synthesis and suggest evidence for inclusion. We synthesised narratively and made recommendatio

SUBMITTER: Blank L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11816718 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature