The Government is planning to set a minimum price of 40p per unit of alcohol in an attempt to reduce the growing problem of binge-drinking.
So today we are asking what you think of the measures.
Home Secretary Teresa May today said that some town and city centres are no-go areas because of drunken louts - so are you afraid of visiting your local town at night?
Do you think a minimum price for alcohol will cure the problem of the country's culture of drinking, which costs the UK an estimated �21 billion a year?
The plans have met with opposition from the drinks industry, with some accusing Prime Minister David Cameron of being 'seriously misguided'.
So do you think the measures are unfair on those who enjoy a sociable pint in their local?
Tell us what you think by leaving your comment below.
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