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Legislative Assembly for the ACT: 1997 Week 14 Hansard (11 December) . . Page.. 5070 ..

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Necessarily then it becomes the responsibility of Government to further regulate the liquor industry to ensure compliance with standards expected by government and the community.

Therefore, as recommended by the Committee, and in consultation with interested parties and stakeholders, the Government will develop a package of amendments to the Standards Manual. The amendments will incorporate relevant parts of the Voluntary Codes of Practice, to more accurately reflect the object of the Liquor Act which is to promote and encourage the responsible sale and consumption of liquor. Currently the Standards Manual sets out the standards to be met in relation to the construction and fitment of licensed premises. It is appropriate that the Manual be updated to set standards for the control and conduct of licensed premises as well as retaining relevant standards relating to construction and fitment.

In respect of construction and fitment issues, matters which will continue to be addressed include toilet facilities, fitment of bars, lighting and outside areas and beer gardens.

In respect of standards for the responsible sale and consumption of liquor, matters to be addressed include practices which promote irresponsible consumption of liquor, drink driving initiatives, venue safety, underage drinking and underage functions, the provision of food, the display of notices, entertainment and training.

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