Freedom to drink; a critical review of the development of the licensing laws and proposals for reform
- London The Institute of Economic Affairs 1985
- 79p.
- Hobart Paper 103 .
Presents arguments in economic efficiency and philosophy on the statutory restrictions to consumer choice regarding the sale of alcoholic drinks in England and Wales. The book presents historical background on the evolution of licensing laws illustrating the variations in their laxity over the years and the differential treatments of pubs, off-licenses, clubs, restaurants, among others, in relation to their economic consequences. Different legislation that affect the consumer are discussed and compared.