The labels will detail the dangers of drinking while pregnant, liver disease and cancers. However, Ireland's plan has faced protests from Italy, Spain and six other EU member states that have said it could cause problems within the single market.
Why you can trust Sky NewsDublin's health minister Stephen Donnelly signed new regulations on Monday, which will warn drinkers about the health risks of drinkingHowever, the labels will not be mandatory until May 2026.government said the regulations would bring alcohol products in line with requirements for food packaging.
Mr Donnelly said:"I welcome that we are the first country in the world to take this step and introduce comprehensive health labelling of alcohol products.Warning of 'human catastrophe' as more turn to drink and drugs to 'numb stress' of cost of living The labels will detail the dangers of drinking while pregnant, potentially fatal cancers and the risks of liver disease.
Ireland's plan has faced protests from Italy, Spain and six other EU member states that have said it could cause problems within the single market.
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