The socio-spatial distribution of alcohol outlets in Glasgow City

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The aim of this study was to examine the distribution of alcohol outlets by area deprivation across Glasgow, Scotland.  METHODS:  all alcohol outlets were mapped and density per 1000 residents and proximity to nearest outlet calculated across quintiles of area deprivation.  RESULTS:  the socio-spatial distribution of alcohol outlets varies by deprivation across Glasgow but not systematically. Some deprived areas contain the highest concentration while others in similar deprivation quintiles contain very few.  CONCLUSIONS: considerations of the local context are important in examining access to alcohol but more research is also required on purchasing behaviour.

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