Current laws allow liquor stores and supermarkets to block local councils from limiting the sale of alcohol, but government reforms mean appeals to local alcohol policies (LAPs) would no longer be possible.
The government is also undertaking a broader review of the licensing system, pricing, and marketing - which could include removing alcohol sponsorship from sport. Justice Minister Kiri Allan says those next steps will be outlined in March.
CEO of Hapai te Hauora, Selah Hart, joins the show to discuss.
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