Alcohol Awareness Week 2025: Alcohol and the Workplace

🗓 Alcohol Awareness Week runs from 7–13 July and this year explores how working life affects alcohol consumption. Organised by Alcohol Change UK, the campaign urges individuals and employers to reflect on drinking habits and foster healthier choices.

📊 New research shows nearly two thirds of UK workers drink for work-related reasons, with stress, long hours, and job insecurity playing a key role. Yet fewer than 25% believe their drinking affects job performance—despite clear links to productivity issues and health risks.

🏢 Most employees want workplaces to take action, calling for better education, clear policies, and more open conversations. Alcohol Change UK encourages employers to create inclusive environments that support all staff, including those who choose not to drink.

🎥 The campaign features films, practical tools, and real-life stories—like Patrick Fox’s journey to rethinking his relationship with alcohol. Whether you’re a team leader, freelancer, or student, this week is a chance to learn, reflect, and take positive steps.

Please visit the Alcohol Campaign Website for more information and media.