Dutch Institute for Alcohol Policy STAP

STAP is a national, independent knowledge institute of alcohol policy. It was established in 1994 and it advocates effective alcohol policies and greater public awareness of the risks of alcohol.

Activities in 2024

STAP will give in 2024 priority to the following specific activities:

1. Advocate for a ban on alcohol advertising and alcohol sports sponsorship.
2. Lobby against expanding the number of alcohol outlets.
3. Limiting the affordability of alcohol.
4. Advocate for information and warnings on packaging of alcoholic beverages.
5. Contribute to better compliance and enforcement of the age limit of 18 years.
6. Spreading knowledge about the negative consequences of alcohol consumption.
7. Together with partners, increase support in society for effective policy measures.
8. European cooperation in EUROCARE and EUCAM.