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Fake booze fears on New Year's Eve as party-goers are warned of dangerous knock-offs sold by rogue traders and pubs. The LGA warning follows recent council seizures of counterfeit vodka Councils are also warning sellers of illegal alcohol they face prosecution Shoppers have also been told to look out for tell-tale signs that bottles are fake By Keiligh Baker for MailOnline Published: 13:03 GMT, 29 December 2018 | Updated: 17:33 GMT, 29 December 2018 New Year's Eve revellers are being urged to avoid cheap and dangerous fake alcohol being sold by rogue retailers and pubs ahead of the biggest social night of the year. The Local Government Association (LGA) warning follows recent council seizures of counterfeit vodka – including from home-based sellers, shops and even some pubs. Some of the seized bottles of vodka have contained industrial strength levels of alcohol which can lead to vomiting, permanent blindness, kidney or liver problems, and in extreme cases, death. |
