The purpose of this policy is to provide clarity on the HSE’s position with regard to engaging, directly or indirectly, in any initiatives, partnership or funding arrangements with the alcohol industry. This states that HSE services , divisions or staff do not in the course of their work take part in campaigns, programmes or initiatives that are funded, or co-funded, directly or indirectly, by Alcohol manufacturers and distributors or their Social Aspect Public Relations Organisations (SAPROS).