Spanish consumers group pushes zero alcohol for minors, informed adult drinking

The Spanish Association of Consumers (AEC) has published a decalogue of principles that calls for zero alcohol consumption by minors and promotes responsible, informed drinking among adults. Miguel A. Ruiz, president of the AEC, stated that "the protection of minors and the informed autonomy of adults are not opposing principles, but complementary." Source: infobae, elconfidencial

Key tenets

The decalogue outlines several priority measures:

• Zero tolerance for alcohol in minors, with prevention programs in educational and family settings. Source: infobae
• Clear labeling for alcoholic beverages, including nutritional information and QR codes that provide additional detail. Source: elconfidencial
• Situations to avoid alcohol entirely, such as driving, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and when taking certain medications. Source: infobae, elconfidencial
• Encouraging moderate consumption by alternating alcoholic drinks with non-alcoholic ones and food. Source: elconfidencial

The association also emphasizes responsible commercial communication, especially in digital environments, to avoid appealing to minors. Source: infobae

Context

The initiative comes amid changing consumption habits and gains relevance during summer, when social activities increase and risks like drunk driving rise. Source: infobae The AEC also highlights the role of hospitality venues in promoting informed and safe choices, calling for training of professionals and collaboration in awareness campaigns. Source: elconfidencial