Aisling Curtis | Staff Writer The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has announced its decision to withdraw support from the Drinkaware.ie initiative, expressing concern over the campaign’s links with the alcohol industry and, in particular, its muted response regarding the popular Arthur’s Day festival. “Encouraging students to drink responsibly is still an encouragement for students to drink – regardless of how it’s qualified.”ADVERTISEMENT In a letter to Fionnuala Sheehan, chief executive of the Moderate Enjoyment of Alcohol (MEAS) group behind Drinkaware.ie, USI stated that it would “not be working with Drinkaware in the future”. The decision was made following a motion passed at USI’s National Council in November. … Continue reading USI Withdraws Support from Drinkaware Campaign