Public drinking rules in other countries

Sydney, Australia

Those aged 18 and above are allowed to drink in public spaces, except in places declared as Alcohol-Free Zones or Alcohol-Prohibited Areas.

•Drinking in these zones and areas is allowed only at licensed establishments.

•If a person is suspected of drinking or is about to drink, police officers can confiscate the alcohol.

•Offenders can be charged and fined a maximum of A$2,200 (S$2,400).

London, United Kingdom

Drinking in public spaces is allowed for those over the age of 18, except in areas where Designated Public Places Orders (DPPOs) are in effect.

•DPPOs can be implemented by the local authorities in England and Wales to address alcohol-related crime and public disorder.

•Police officers can stop a person from drinking and confiscate the alcohol.

•Those who do not comply with the DPPOs can be arrested and/or fined up to £500 (S$1,000).

Drinking ban on public transport •Passengers banned from drinking alcohol or carrying it in open containers. Anyone found doing so could be ejected.

Nordic countries

Governments in Nordic countries, except Denmark, have imposed a monopoly on the sale of alcohol.

•Alcohol can be bought only from state-run vendors, such as Systembolaget in Sweden and Vinmonopolet in Norway.

•Public drinking is generally accepted in Denmark, but not allowed on pedestrian streets, buses and in shopping centres.