The big shot in charge of a large listed wholesaler of alcohol and other FMCG goods has a 'personal store' on the premises of the business. In this store lies a lot of high end alcohol. Every now and then he sends a lackey to carry stock to his personal vehicle which he then leaves in, from work, at the end of the day. To employees it looks like the big shot is overstepping the mark and either 'stealing' or the recipient of an 'unusual perk'. All are afraid to question the … [Read more...] about Stealing? Or a Perk?
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Control the Sale of Alcohol
The entire methodology employed at present in terms of liquor license applications must be reviewed. I would like to suggest that a moratorium on liquor license applicatons be introduced and during this time a review of all the licences which are currently active be carried out. This action will create a situation where the illegal sale and abuse of alcohol can be addressed. I must inform you that I have had total support for this initiative from BAC (Business against Crime) and the Mount … [Read more...] about Control the Sale of Alcohol
East Cape Public Support Needed to Combat Drug and Alcohol Abuse
The Eastern Cape government has called on the public to join it in its fight against substance abuse and illegal trafficking of drugs in the province. The plea comes just days before the provincial Social Development Department observes the annual International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking in Port St Johns on June 27. "Government can't do this alone. Community participation is essential if we are to get results. The strengthening of Local Drug Action committees assists … [Read more...] about East Cape Public Support Needed to Combat Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Proposed Alcohol Age Restrictions to 21 Years of Age
Government might consider banning alcohol adverts in its concerted effort to fight the serious problems associated with substance abuse facing the country. It has questioned the timing of most of those TV adverts, which are flighted during prime time, saying that had an impact on the minds of young people. It also said that it had been most appalled by children who sniffed glue at grade R and while in primary school. Instead of the legal drinking age being 18, government proposed … [Read more...] about Proposed Alcohol Age Restrictions to 21 Years of Age
