Supporters of minimum pricing for alcohol claim new research from Canada provides further evidence that it would reduce consumption in Scotland.

The Saskatchewan province introduced the policy in 2010 and a study found a 10% hike in alcohol prices reduced consumption by 8% overall.

The biggest drop was in high-strength beer sales, which were down 22%.

Alcohol Focus Scotland said the policy reduced consumption among those who are at greatest risk of harm from drinking.

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