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Islanders in Jersey: heaviest drinkers in Europe

Residents in Jersey are among the heaviest drinkers in Europe.

Figures released today show islanders' alcohol consumption is second only to that of Lithuania.

People are drinking less than a decade ago, but one in four are still consuming alcohol at levels harmful to their health.

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'More needs to be done' to tackle alcohol problems in Jersey

Residents in Jersey are among the heaviest drinkers in Europe.

Figures released today show islanders' alcohol consumption is second only to that of Lithuania.

People are drinking less than a decade ago, but one in four are still consuming alcohol at levels harmful to their health.

Dr Susan Turnbull, Jersey's Medical Officer of Health, said while that's a pleasing start, the department still have a long way to go.

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