Granny wins care home Happy Hour law change
Anita Le Brun, the face of a campaign to allow for alcohol to be served at care homes without a licence, is celebrating its success.
A campaign led by Anita Le Brun has succeeded in changing the rules around alcohol service in care homes, allowing drinks to be served without the need for a licence.
Le Brun, described as the face of the campaign, is celebrating the result after pushing for a change to what she saw as an unnecessary barrier for residents in care settings. The adjustment is aimed at making it easier for care homes to offer alcohol to residents in a more flexible way.
The development marks a notable shift for care homes that wanted to provide a drink as part of social life or special occasions without going through the licensing process. The campaign’s success suggests support for making the rules less restrictive in this area.
The BBC Health report says Le Brun is now marking the win after helping to bring attention to the issue. Based on a monitored public feed, the report highlights the outcome of a campaign that focused on everyday quality of life in care homes rather than a broader legal fight.
The change is likely to be welcomed by supporters who argued that the previous licensing requirement created unnecessary complications for homes and residents. For those involved in the campaign, the result appears to be a practical victory that could make a difference in day-to-day care.
Source: BBC Health - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c5yrx8347ego?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
