Consultations
Consultations
We engage closely with the latest policy developments from across the UK to ensure that the voice of alcohol social responsibility is heard. Below you will find the Portman Group’s responses to consultations conducted by the UK Government and Parliament, as well as the devolved nations.
Portman Group response to 10 Year Health Plan for England
Portman Group response to WHO consultation on key priority areas in the Director General’s report
Portman Group response to Scottish Beer and Pubs CPG inquiry on ‘Brand Scotland’ and the Scottish Beer and Pub Sector
Portman Group response to the Scottish Beer and Pub Cross-Party Group’s call for evidence on the contribution of the pub…
Portman Group response to Home Office consultation on alcohol licensing and age verification
The Portman Group response to the Home Office consultation on alcohol licensing and age verification.
Response to OHID consultation on low and no alcohol alternatives
Portman Group response to the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities consultation on updating labelling guidance for low and no…
Portman Group response to consultation on the draft UK clinical guidelines for alcohol treatment
The Portman Group responded to the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities consultation on the first ever UK clinical guidelines…
Portman Group response to NI Substance Use Strategic Commissioning and Implementation Plan Consultation
The Portman Group responded to the Northern Irish Public Health Agency consultation on the Substance Use Strategic Commissioning and Implementation…
Portman Group Response to Code Rule 3.2(h) Consultation 2023
The Portman Group consulted to amend Code Rule 3.2(h) to create consistency between the Naming, Packaging and Promotion of Alcoholic…
Responses to Code Rule 3.2(h) Consultation 2023
The consultation received written submissions from a range of stakeholders, including trade associations, the charity sector and alcohol producers all…
Portman Group response to the Scottish Government’s Minimum Unit Pricing Price Review Survey
The Portman Group is an evidence-based body and has been neutral in the discussion of the Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP)…
Portman Group response to the Major Conditions strategy: call for evidence
We welcome the Government’s call for evidence on its Major Conditions strategy, having responded to its previous consultations on mental…
Portman Group Code Review
Further enhancing protection for under-18s Code Review of rule 3.2(h): Particular appeal to under-18s. Call for responses by 7 July…
Scotland Alcohol Facts Snapshot
A two-page Scotland Alcohol Facts Snapshot infographic, outlining over a decade of declines across alcohol harms in Scotland – an…
Portman Group response to the Scottish Government’s consultation on restricting alcohol advertising and promotion – Executive Summary
A two-page executive summary of the Portman Group response to the Scottish Government’s consultation on restricting alcohol advertising and promotion.
Portman Group response to the Scottish Government’s consultation on restricting alcohol advertising and promotion
We share the Scottish Government’s commitment to tackling alcohol-related harm in Scotland. We welcome Government data which shows increasing moderation…
Portman Group response to Labour National Policy Forum Consultation: Prevention, early intervention and better public services for all
We welcome the National Policy Forum paper on prevention, early intervention and better public services and its policy proposals to…
Portman Group response to Public Accounts Committee inquiry into Alcohol Treatment Services
We welcome the Public Accounts Committee’s inquiry and believe that this it is timely to be focusing on heavier and…
Portman Group response to the Health and Social Care prevention inquiry: call for proposals
We welcome the Committee’s inquiry into prevention and would urge a focus on alcohol misuse and harms, rather than alcohol…
Portman Group response to Defra’s consultation on GB Alcoholic Drinks further to the New Zealand Free Trade Agreement
Defra and the Governments of Scotland and Wales are making minor changes to laws concerning alcoholic drinks with three amendments…
Portman Group response to Scottish Government MUP Consultation
The Portman Group is the UK alcohol industry self-regulator and social responsibility body. We are an evidence-based body and have…
Portman Group response to DHSC Mental Health and Wellbeing Call for Evidence
The Portman Group welcomes the opportunity to respond to the UK Department of Health and Social Care’s call for evidence…
Portman Group response to DCMS Online Advertising Programme Consultation
The Portman Group welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Department of Culture, Media and Sport’s (“DCMS”) Online Advertising Programme…
Portman Group response to Committee of Advertising Practice and Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice consultation on new rules for alcohol alternatives
The Portman Group welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Committee of Advertising Practice (“CAP”) and Broadcast Committee of Advertising…
Portman Group response to Scottish Government New Cancer Strategy Consultation
The Portman Group welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Scottish Government’s consultation on developing a new cancer strategy.
Portman Group response to DHSC 10-Year Cancer Plan: Call for Evidence
The Portman Group welcomes the opportunity to respond to Department of Health and Social Care’s call for evidence in advance…
Portman Group response to draft Framework to strengthen implementation of the WHO European Action Plan to Reduce the Harmful Use of Alcohol, 2022-2025
Portman Group response to the WHO Europe consultation on draft Framework to strengthen implementation of the WHO European Action Plan…
Portman Group response to WHO consultation on draft action plan to implement the Global Strategy to Reduce the Harmful Use of Alcohol
The Portman Group promotes the UK industry as an example of industry best practices in response to the WHO consultation…
Portman Group Response to CAP Consultation
Portman Group response to Committee of Advertising Practice and Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice consultation on amending the rule limiting…
Portman Group response to PHE methodology consultation
Portman Group response to PHE methodology consultation which may significantly lower estimates of alcohol-related deaths/admissions by around a quarter.
Northern Ireland Department of Health Consultation on the New Substance Use Strategy
Portman Group response to Northern Ireland Department of Health Consultation on the New Substance Use Strategy
WHO consultation on reducing the harmful use of alcohol
The Portman Group promotes the UK as an international example of industry best practice in submission to WHO consultation on…
House of Lords COVID-19 Committee inquiry: Life beyond COVID
Portman Group response to House of Lords COVID-19 Committee inquiry: Life beyondCOVID
Northern Ireland Department for Communities: Consultation on Liquor Licensing Laws in Northern Ireland
Portman Group response to Northern Ireland Department for Communities: Consultation on Liquor Licensing Laws in Northern Ireland
DHSC: Advancing our health: Prevention in the 2020s Consultation
Portman Group response to DHSC: Advancing our health: Prevention in the 2020s Consultation
Home Office Call for Evidence: Airside Alcohol Licensing in England and Wales
Portman Group response to Home Office Call for Evidence: Airside Alcohol Licensing in England and Wales
DHSC: Low Alcohol Descriptors Consultation
Portman Group response to DHSC: Low Alcohol Descriptors Consultation
London Assembly Alcohol Committee: Towards a 24 hour city – London’s culture and night time economy
Portman Group response to London Assembly Alcohol Committee: Towards a 24 hour city – London’s culture and night time economy
Department of Health How to keep health risks from drinking alcohol to a low level: public consultation on proposed new guidelines
Portman Group response to Department of Health – How to keep health risks from drinking alcohol to a low level:…
House of Commons Health Committee Inquiry into the Government’s Alcohol Strategy
Portman Group response to House of Commons Health Committee Inquiry into the Government’s Alcohol Strategy
House of Commons Science and Technology Inquiry into the evidence base for alcohol guidelines
Portman Group response to House of Commons Science and Technology Inquiry into the evidence base for alcohol guidelines
21 February 2025
Rulings + Decisions
Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream
21 February 2025
Press Releases
Complaint not upheld against Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream Whisky
20 February 2025
Rulings + Decisions
Blackeye London Dry Gin
20 February 2025
Press Releases
Complaint not upheld against Blackeye London Dry Gin
7 February 2025
Rulings + Decisions
Jinro Soju Promotional Activity
6 February 2025
Press Releases
Complaint upheld against Jinro Soju’s promotional activity at summer festival
28 January 2025
Press Releases
Portman Group appoints Nick Baird as new Chair
24 January 2025
Rulings + Decisions
Complaint not upheld against ALDI ciders
24 January 2025
Rulings + Decisions
Taurus Bubble Gum Cider
24 January 2025
Rulings + Decisions
Taurus Lemon Sherbet Cider
24 January 2025
Rulings + Decisions
Taurus Strawberry Laces Cider
22 January 2025
Press Releases
Portman Group to launch first proactive audit to assess responsible alcohol marketing across the market
15 January 2025
Rulings + Decisions
Stan IPA Tap Handle and Pump Clip
15 January 2025
Press Releases
Complaint upheld against Little Mesters Brewing tap handle and pump clip
8 January 2025
Press Releases
YouGov survey shows more people drinking low and no alcohol alternatives than ever before
22 November 2024
Press Releases
Complaints upheld against three Bearded Brewery ciders
22 November 2024
Rulings + Decisions
Swallows Rest Apple Cider
22 November 2024
Rulings + Decisions
Tank Slapper Apple Cider
22 November 2024
Rulings + Decisions
Moustache Mango
22 November 2024
Rulings + Decisions
Shaky Todd Cider
11 November 2024
Press Releases
Alcohol industry’s Independent Complaints Panel recruits new member
6 November 2024
Press Releases
Complaint not upheld against Jam Shed wine point of sale material
6 November 2024
Rulings + Decisions
Jam Shed point-of-sale material display
24 October 2024
Blogs
Review shows more health information present on labels for consumers than ever before
18 September 2024
Press Releases
Complaint upheld against ‘Hello Kitty’ branded wine
18 September 2024
Rulings + Decisions
Hello Kitty Pinot Noir
12 September 2024
Press Releases
Near universal alcohol industry uptake of Portman Group health labelling guidelines
3 September 2024
Press Releases
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
Press Releases
Independent Complaints Panel appoints three new members
17 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
SURPS DIPA
17 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
CREEKS BRIGHT IPA
17 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
COLUMNS IPA
17 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
ILLU IPA
17 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
NONIC DIPA
17 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
THE RED LEVIATHAN SOUR ALE
17 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
BEAK GIFT PACK
17 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
FRENDS DIPA
17 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
DÉŠŤ CZECH PILS
17 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
HUM PALE
17 April 2024
Press Releases
Complaint upheld against Beak Brewery products
11 April 2024
Press Releases
Complaint not upheld against Twickenham Brewery’s ‘Naked Ladies’ pump clip
11 April 2024
Rulings + Decisions
Twickenham Brewery ‘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
29 January 2024
Rulings + Decisions
Complaint upheld against Yonder pink lemonade
26 January 2024
Rulings + Decisions
Yonder ‘Pink Lemonade’
24 January 2024
Press Releases
New Deputy Chair of Independent Complaints Panel appointed
19 January 2024
Press Releases
Complaint not upheld against Asahi Super Dry beer
19 January 2024
Rulings + Decisions
ASAHI SUPER DRY BEER
17 January 2024
Press Releases
Portman Group launches first industry wide Alcohol Alternatives Guidance for packaging and marketing
15 January 2024
Press Releases
Complaint not upheld against Wolfie’s Whisky collaboration with Rod Stewart
15 January 2024
Rulings + Decisions
Wolfie’s Whisky
12 January 2024
Rulings + Decisions
BrewDog ‘Wingman’ beer
12 January 2024
Press Releases
Complaint not upheld against BrewDog ‘Wingman’ beer
9 January 2024
Press Releases
Independent Complaints Panel recruiting for two new members
3 January 2024
Press Releases
YouGov survey shows rise in popularity of low and no alcohol alternatives, with young adults now the biggest consumers
18 December 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Pirate’s Grog Love Potion No.9 Gift Pack and Love Potion No.9 Spiced Rum
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
Press Releases
Upheld complaints more than double in 2023, with rise in alcohol products found to have particular appeal to under-18s
4 December 2023
Press Releases
Portman Group appoints new Chair of Independent Complaints Panel
22 November 2023
Press Releases
Two Northern Monk beers discontinued after complaints upheld
22 November 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Wasted Hot Cross Bun Pale Ale
22 November 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Rocket Lolly IPA
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
Press Releases
Breaking Down Barriers by CFE Research
3 October 2023
Blogs
Partnerships for change: tackling binge drinking and alcohol related crime
29 September 2023
Press Releases
Portman Group wishes Independent Complaints Panel Chair Nicola Williams a fond farewell
28 September 2023
Press Releases
Response to Department for Health and Social Care consultation on updating labelling guidance for no and low-alcohol alternatives
21 September 2023
Press Releases
Regulator warns producer to act responsibly as complaints about four Tiny Rebel products upheld
21 September 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Tiny Fast
21 September 2023
Rulings + Decisions
PRIMED
21 September 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Monstar
21 September 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Hwyl
19 September 2023
Press Releases
Response to Australian National University’s study on alcohol-related A&E admissions
1 September 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Carbon Crush
1 September 2023
Press Releases
Complaint against Carbon Crush upheld for particular appeal to children
29 August 2023
Press Releases
Response to National Records of Scotland alcohol-specific deaths figures
24 August 2023
Press Releases
Complaint against AU Vodka Gold Gang Money Gun upheld
24 August 2023
Rulings + Decisions
AU Vodka Gold Gang Money Gun
23 August 2023
Press Releases
Portman Group bids fond farewell to Nicola Bates, announces new Director of External Affairs
11 August 2023
Press Releases
Complaint against YES Gin not upheld
11 August 2023
Rulings + Decisions
YES Gin
8 August 2023
Press Releases
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
Press Releases
Response to Alcohol Focus Scotland’s analysis of specialist alcohol treatment access
26 July 2023
Press Releases
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
13 July 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky
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
30 June 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Au Vodka GOAT
30 June 2023
Rulings + Decisions
AU Vodka Bubblegum
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
Press Releases
Response to PAC report on alcohol Treatment
5 May 2023
Press Releases
Complaint against Four Loko not upheld
5 May 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Four Loko Blue; Four Loko Fruit Punch; Four Loko Gold; Four Loko Sour Apple
27 April 2023
Press Releases
Complaint against Engine Organic Gin upheld for suggestion of therapeutic qualities
27 April 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Engine Organic Gin
25 April 2023
Press Releases
Complaint against Belcondie’s King William Fortified Wine upheld
25 April 2023
Rulings + Decisions
King William Fortified Wine
21 April 2023
Press Releases
Confirmed – complaint against Bearded Brewery’s Unshaven Maiden upheld
21 April 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Unshaven Maiden Cider
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
Press Releases
Response to SHAAP’s calls for low and no alcohol marketing restrictions
22 February 2023
Press Releases
Response to reports surrounding Unshaven Maiden
20 January 2023
Press Releases
Response to reports surrounding Canada’s new drinking guidelines
16 January 2023
Press Releases
We’re hiring: Regulatory Affairs Executive – Training and Advice
5 January 2023
Press Releases
Complaint against Dragon Soop Venom upheld
5 January 2023
Rulings + Decisions
Dragon Soop Venom
1 January 2023
Press Releases
One third of alcohol drinkers in Scotland now semi-regularly consume low and no alcohol
1 January 2023
Press Releases
Government must go further to encourage low and no alcohol uptake
21 December 2022
Press Releases
Complaint against BuzzBallz products not upheld
21 December 2022
Rulings + Decisions
BuzzBallz Choc Tease, BuzzBallz Strawberry ‘Rita, BuzzBallz
19 December 2022
Press Releases
Complaint against Piggin’ Drunk Ale upheld
19 December 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Piggin’ Drunk Ale
16 December 2022
Press Releases
Response to the NHS Digital Health Survey for England 2021
14 December 2022
Press Releases
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
Blogs
Driving the changes to our guidance – sample it here!
29 November 2022
Press Releases
Update to alcohol Portman Group guidelines: sampling and irresponsible or immoderate consumption
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
Rulings + Decisions
Prescription Gin
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
Press Releases
Independent Complaints Panel Member x2
28 October 2022
Press Releases
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
Rulings + Decisions
Dragon Soop Dark Fruit Punch; Dragon Soop Blue Raspberry; Dragon Soop Mango Pink Lemonade; Dragon Soop Passion Fruit & Orange; Dragon Soop Peach & Raspberry; Dragon Soop Red Kola; Dragon Soop Rhubarb & Custard; Dragon Soop Sour Apple; Dragon Soop Tropical Fruit Punch; Dragon Soop Apple & Blackcurrant
27 September 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Dragon Soop Wicked Watermelon
27 September 2022
Press Releases
Complaints against Dragon Soop products not upheld
9 September 2022
Press Releases
Statement on the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II
4 August 2022
Press Releases
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
Press Releases
Response to Stirling Uni’s packaging focus group
19 July 2022
Press Releases
Complaint against Dead Man’s Fingers products not upheld
19 July 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Dead Man’s Fingers Super Spiced Rum
19 July 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Dead Man’s Fingers Tequila Reposado
15 July 2022
Press Releases
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
Press Releases
Complaints against three gin products upheld
4 July 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Mango and Black Pepper Gin
4 July 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Spiced Sugar Plum Light Up Snow Globe Gin Liqueur
4 July 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Clementine Light Up Snow Globe Gin Liqueur
1 July 2022
Press Releases
Complaint upheld against premium spirits brand Jatt Life’s sponsorship linking alcohol consumption with social success
1 July 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Jatt Life Original Vodka
1 July 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Jatt Life Sponsorship of The Cannon Run
15 June 2022
Press Releases
Join us – Regulatory Affairs Team Assistant
15 June 2022
Press Releases
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
12 May 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Realm of the Unicorn Premium Gin Liqueur
12 May 2022
Rulings + Decisions
Flagingo Electric Blue and Scottish Raspberry Gin Liqueur
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
Press Releases
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
Press Releases
Response to World Heart Federation’s no safe alcohol level claims
17 January 2022
Press Releases
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
Rulings + Decisions
Babe White With Bubbles and Babe Rose With Bubbles
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
Press Releases
Increase in alcoholic drinks aimed at health-conscious consumers leads to new guidance for hard seltzers and CBD products
8 December 2021
Press Releases
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
Press Releases
Half of all alcoholic drinks now feature calorie information on labels
12 November 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Side Eyes
12 November 2021
Press Releases
Mikkeller’s Side Eyes complaint upheld by the Independent Complaints Panel
11 November 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Fok Hing Gin
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
Rulings + Decisions
Bump n’Grind
29 September 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Cali Pale
29 September 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Cherry Bomb
29 September 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Clwb Tropica
29 September 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Clwb Tropica Four Pack
29 September 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Double 99
29 September 2021
Rulings + Decisions
No Capes
29 September 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Original Nuttah
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
1 July 2021
Rulings + Decisions
American Dream
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
10 May 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Quickie Wine
10 May 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Little Pomona Table Cider
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
Rulings + Decisions
Blossom Hill Spritz
14 April 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Loose Juice
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
20 January 2021
Rulings + Decisions
Colorado High
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
Rulings + Decisions
Orchard Thieves
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
Rulings + Decisions
Buoyancy Aid
16 September 2020
Rulings + Decisions
Frosty Jack’s
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
Rulings + Decisions
Karpackie 9%
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
Rulings + Decisions
Keller Pils
3 March 2020
Rulings + Decisions
Running with Sceptres
3 March 2020
Press Releases
Complaint against Oranjeboom 8.5% Upheld
3 March 2020
Rulings + Decisions
Oranjeboom 8.5%
3 March 2020
Press Releases
Complaint against Purity Brewing’s ‘Lawless’ Upheld
3 March 2020
Rulings + Decisions
Lawless
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
12 December 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Delirium
12 December 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Ménage à Trois Midnight
12 December 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Taras Boulba
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
14 November 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Lucky Buddha
14 November 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Juicebox
14 November 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Birra Moretti Grani Antichi
14 November 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Leffe Brune Abbey
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
24 October 2019
Rulings + Decisions
SKINNYBRANDS PREMIUM LAGER
24 October 2019
Rulings + Decisions
CWTCH
24 October 2019
Rulings + Decisions
THRILLSEEKER (330ml can)
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
5 September 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Show Off
5 September 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Beavertown Brewery’s Bloody Ell
5 September 2019
Rulings + Decisions
SUICYDER
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
18 July 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Porn Star Martini
18 July 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Jameson Irish Whiskey Barrelback On-Trade Promotion
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!
23 May 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Sweet Little Glitter Bomb Bubble Gum Gin Liqueur, Glitter Bomb Love Heartz & Pink Vanilla Candy Floss Gin Based Liqueur
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
15 March 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Pixie Tears Gin
14 March 2019
Press Releases
Zymurgorium Forced Darkeside Rhubarb Gin Liqueur, Flamingo Tears and Pixie Tears – Complaints Not Upheld
14 March 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Zymurgorium Forced Darkeside Rhubarb Gin Liqueur
7 March 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Unicorn Tears Raspberry Gin Liqueur
7 March 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Unicorn Tears Gin Liqueur
7 March 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Unicorn Tears Raspberry Gin Liqueur Miniature
7 March 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Neck Oil
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
31 January 2019
Rulings + Decisions
Flamingo Tears Pink Grapefruit Gin
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
13 December 2018
Rulings + Decisions
3 Pugs Bubblegum Gin Liqueur
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
Rulings + Decisions
Cronk Y Voddy
17 October 2018
Press Releases
Cronk Y Voddy – Complaints Upheld Under Sponsorship and Marketing Codes
17 October 2018
Rulings + Decisions
Cronk Y Voddy sponsorship of TT rider Andrew Dudgeon
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
Rulings + Decisions
Slingshots
13 September 2018
Rulings + Decisions
Easy IPA
13 September 2018
Rulings + Decisions
HappyDown Sparkling Cocktails (entire range)
13 September 2018
Rulings + Decisions
Desperados (250ml Can)
13 September 2018
Rulings + Decisions
Fynoderee Manx Bumbee Vodka
13 September 2018
Rulings + Decisions
Disco Forklift Truck Mango Pale Ale
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
Rulings + Decisions
Pink IPA
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
27 June 2018
Rulings + Decisions
Hoola Hooch
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
Rulings + Decisions
SPAR ‘Everyday Wine’ Press Releases
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
Rulings + Decisions
Cwtch
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
Rulings + Decisions
CollaGin
23 August 2017
Rulings + Decisions
Mr Gladstone’s Curious Emporium Range
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
Rulings + Decisions
Cactus Jack’s Schnapps (Black Jack and Fruit Salad)
1 June 2017
Press Releases
Cactus Jack’s Schnapps – Complaint Not Upheld
25 April 2017
Press Releases
Portman Group Confirms New CEO Appointment
12 April 2017
Rulings + Decisions
Old English Gin
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
12 January 2017
Rulings + Decisions
K Cider
12 January 2017
Rulings + Decisions
Crest Super 10% 500ml Can
12 January 2017
Rulings + Decisions
Oranjeboom 8.5% 500ml Can
14 December 2016
Press Releases
Portman Group Statement on NHS Digital Health Survey for England 2015
8 December 2016
Rulings + Decisions
K Cider
2 December 2016
Press Releases
Portman Group Responds to Public Health England’s Alcohol Review
18 November 2016
Rulings + Decisions
Psy.cho beer range
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
2 June 2016
Rulings + Decisions
Captain Morgan Product Range
2 June 2016
Rulings + Decisions
Kopparberg Frozen Fruit Cider
6 May 2016
Press Releases
Behind the Headlines: Alcohol-related hospital admissions
6 May 2016
Press Releases
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
17 March 2016
Rulings + Decisions
Heineken Spectre 5% ABV 330ml bottle (primary and secondary packaging)
9 March 2016
Rulings + Decisions
Baileys Countertop Unit
14 January 2016
Press Releases
MMWAH 5 x 20ml Bottles Mixed Flavour Drinks Complaint Upheld
14 January 2016
Rulings + Decisions
MMWAH 5 x 20ML Bottles Mixed Flavour Drinks
8 January 2016
Press Releases
Portman Group Statement on New Alcohol Guidelines
10 September 2015
Rulings + Decisions
Dragon Soop (500ml can)
19 March 2015
Rulings + Decisions
Diageo Bauble Cocktail Co-Promotion with Greene King
19 March 2015
Rulings + Decisions
Gamma Ray
11 December 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Willy’s Cider
11 December 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Skol Super 500ml can
11 December 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Kestrel Super Premium
11 December 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Carlsberg Special Brew (500ml can at 9% ABV)
24 July 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Pre-filled 30cl counter-top unit
14 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Cat Piss
14 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Dog Piss
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
WKD Halloween Cocktail Cauldron
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Tennent’s Super (500ml can)
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Pernod
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Centenary Beer
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Bacardi Breezer (Watermelon and Orange)
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Knobhead
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Yellow Snow
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Shitfaced
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Puke
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Lazy Sod
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Arse Liquor
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Grumpy Git
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Dandelion & Birdshit
12 June 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Bullshit
8 April 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Dead Pony Club
13 March 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Mundies
13 March 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Leffe Blonde
13 March 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Guinness Original 4 x 330ml cardboard cluster pack
13 March 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Furry Ferret
13 March 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Red Army
6 February 2014
Rulings + Decisions
Four Loko
12 June 2013
Rulings + Decisions
Big Cock
31 January 2013
Rulings + Decisions
Guinness branded crisps
6 December 2012
Rulings + Decisions
Tesco Everday Value Vodka
17 September 2012
Rulings + Decisions
Laverstoke Park Farm Lager and Ale
3 August 2012
Rulings + Decisions
Absolut London and branded merchandise
21 June 2012
Rulings + Decisions
Dr Von Hyde’s Herbal Liqueur
31 May 2012
Rulings + Decisions
Dark Conspiracy
3 April 2012
Rulings + Decisions
Vitesse Noir
7 February 2012
Rulings + Decisions
Magnum Tonic Wine
2 February 2012
Rulings + Decisions
Healey’s Texan-style Hard Cyder
19 January 2012
Rulings + Decisions
Suck & Blow
1 December 2011
Rulings + Decisions
Crunk
8 November 2011
Rulings + Decisions
Stiffy’s Jaffa Cake / Stiffy’s Kola Kubez
8 September 2011
Rulings + Decisions
Corona Extra ‘Win to trip to Ibiza’ promotion
21 July 2011
Rulings + Decisions
Celldrinks
4 July 2011
Rulings + Decisions
Kronenbourg 1664 Spotify Promotion
4 March 2011
Rulings + Decisions
Asda Premium Strong Cider
11 May 2010
Rulings + Decisions
Shootaz
11 May 2010
Rulings + Decisions
Quivers
11 May 2010
Rulings + Decisions
Shot In A Tube
10 December 2009
Rulings + Decisions
Cornish Rattler Cyder
3 December 2009
Rulings + Decisions
Tokyo* beer
14 October 2009
Rulings + Decisions
MMWAH!
28 May 2009
Rulings + Decisions
Greene King Beer Promotion
21 April 2009
Rulings + Decisions
Shoeyz Shots
16 April 2009
Rulings + Decisions
Rampant TT’s
16 March 2009
Rulings + Decisions
Yegaar
10 March 2009
Rulings + Decisions
Baby Blue/Baby Pink
20 January 2009
Rulings + Decisions
Speedball
23 December 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Skull Splitter
23 December 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Big Beastie
23 December 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Punk IPA
5 December 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Red Square Reloaded
5 December 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Monte Alban
5 December 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Riptide
5 December 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Hop Rocker
12 September 2008
Rulings + Decisions
ShotPak
12 September 2008
Rulings + Decisions
O.T.T (Old Tongham Tasty)
12 September 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Hogsback – Brewsters Bundle
25 August 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Dorothy Goodbody’s Wholesome Stout
26 June 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Mega White Cider
26 June 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Kestrel Super 500ml can
26 June 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Blackout Cider
16 May 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Skol Super 500ml can
16 May 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Moonshine White Cider
16 May 2008
Rulings + Decisions
Carlsberg Special Brew 500ml can
28 March 2008
Rulings + Decisions
‘Mugshots’ section of WKD website
8 February 2008
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Dorothy Goodbody’s Wholesome Stout
9 January 2008
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Red Star Plus
19 October 2007
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Rodnik’s Cannabis-Flavoured Absinthe
19 October 2007
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Perigan’s Cannabis Flavoured Gin
19 October 2007
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Iganoff Cannabis-Flavoured Vodka
30 July 2007
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Pink Elephant
13 July 2007
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ASDA Vodka-based RTD range
19 March 2007
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Rubbel Sexy Lager
14 February 2007
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‘Chocolate and Cream’ Gift Pack
1 September 2006
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Teddy & Champagne gift box
1 September 2006
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“Teddibrations” gift box
1 September 2006
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“New Born Baby” gift basket
1 September 2006
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“Let’s Celebrate” gift set
1 September 2006
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“Congratulations New Arrival” baby gift basket
26 May 2006
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‘Bubbly & Bear’ Gift Pack
27 February 2006
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Make a Complaint
20 January 2006
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Funky Monkey Vodka Shots
19 December 2005
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Vodka Mudshake & Vodka Twistee Shots Condoms
24 June 2005
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Zebedee Beer pump clip
24 June 2005
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Rocket Fuel Vodka and Rocket Fuel Ice
24 June 2005
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Hot Shotz
11 March 2005
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Dooley’s
25 February 2005
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Mickey Finn’s Spiked Sour Apple & Moonshine Schnapps
21 January 2005
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Kalashnikov Vodka
26 November 2004
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Bliss
17 November 2004
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Muse Cocktail Mix – Sex on the Beach
13 October 2004
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www.vladivar.com
17 September 2004
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Shooters
17 September 2004
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Manhattan Cocktails – X on the beach
30 April 2004
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Love Potion
26 April 2004
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Shotz
27 February 2004
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V
25 February 2004
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Stiffy’s Shots & www.stiffys.co.uk
25 February 2004
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Quickie
30 January 2004
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Krush
21 November 2003
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X-Plode
21 November 2003
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Tubz
21 November 2003
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Buzzpots
12 September 2003
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Shag Lime (and variants)
23 June 2003
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www.wkd.co.uk
23 June 2003
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Roxxoff
25 April 2003
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fcuk Spirit
17 April 2003
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Screamers
21 February 2003
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Tesco Stores Ltd
21 February 2003
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Safeway Stores Ltd
21 February 2003
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Kiss Me
21 February 2003
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J Sainsburys plc
17 January 2003
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Zippers
25 October 2002
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Logan Original Hemp Vodka
25 October 2002
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Hard Core
16 August 2002
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Cannabis Vodka
16 August 2002
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Crack Ice
14 June 2002
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Archers Aqua
26 April 2002
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B2 Budgen Express 420
13 March 2002
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Dooley’s Original Toffee Liqueur
1 March 2002
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Sidekick
4 September 2001
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Bad Jelly Vodka
10 July 2001
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After Shock
10 July 2001
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Jelly Shot
10 July 2001
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Shag Lager
10 July 2001
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Jellybean Shooter
10 March 2001
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Red
6 March 2001
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Turbo White
21 June 2000
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Cannabis – The Beer
21 June 2000
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Sorted
26 May 2000
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Bad Jelly
24 March 1999
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‘Exotica’ Coconut Flavoured White Rum, Pineapple and Other Exotic Fruits
27 January 1999
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Asda Alcoholic Pineapple and Grapefruit
18 December 1998
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Source
28 September 1998
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Amrick
11 May 1998
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Dr Thirsty’s Orange Punch
11 May 1998
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Spoof Alcoholic Grapefruit Drink
20 March 1998
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Hi Fever
20 March 1998
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Brit Pop Alcoholic Fruit Crush
20 March 1998
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Dr Thirsty’s Fiji
20 March 1998
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Multi Vita Vino
20 March 1998
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“Risky Business” Caribbean Rum Punch
6 November 1997
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Dr Thirsty’s Beetlejuice
6 November 1997
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Mad Macauly’s Lemonade
6 November 1997
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Hoolahans
30 September 1997
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Aveq
30 September 1997
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Squeal
30 September 1997
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Scream’n Beaver lager
30 September 1997
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Metro Discount Stores
30 September 1997
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Jealous Lover Potions
30 September 1997
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Hooper’s Hooch
18 August 1997
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Diamond Zest
18 August 1997
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Bullshit Beer
18 August 1997
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Spiked Ice
18 August 1997
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Shooter – Red Hot Slammer
18 August 1997
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‘Lemonhead’ Alcoholic Lemon Drink and ‘Orangehead’ Alcoholic Orange Drink
18 August 1997
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K-inky
16 July 1997
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Ajouté Blended White WIne and Blackcurrant/Peach Liqueur (25cl, 12% abv)
16 July 1997
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Spike Original White Wine Mixed Drinks
16 July 1997
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Hoopers Smooch
19 November 1996
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Purple Passion
19 November 1996
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Manchester United FC Scotch Whisky
19 November 1996
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Mog
19 November 1996
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Dogs Bollocks
19 November 1996
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Manchester United FC Red Tribe Premium Lager
24 October 1996
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Snake Bite
14 October 1996
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TNT Liquid Dynamite
24 September 1996
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Piranha
24 September 1996
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MD 20/20
24 September 1996
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Heist
24 September 1996
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Alcola
24 September 1996
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Hooch
24 September 1996
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Ravers
24 September 1996
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Shock
24 September 1996
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Two Dogs
24 September 1996
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Shark Bite
24 September 1996
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Jammin
24 September 1996
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Cola Lips
24 September 1996
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Love Byte
24 September 1996
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Barkers
18 August 1996
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Albino
1 January 1996
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Risky Business