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Dear SA Health,

Under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act), I am seeking access to information about the ending of the Cashless Debit Card program, in the following areas:

Ceduna and surrounding regions, South Australia

For the period May 22, 2022 to the present.

I am seeking any reports or data, about:

Changes in the incidence of alcohol related hospitalisations and/or matters requiring medical attention in areas where the cashless debit card was trialled.
Changes in the incidence of alcohol consumption in areas where the cashless debit card was trialled.

If it is easier, I would be happy to have the department create a document consistent with section 17 of the Freedom of Information Act.

Yours faithfully,

Oliver Smith

Health:CE, SA Health

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