West Sussex residents are being challenged to manage a month without alcohol as part of ‘Dry January’.
The 31-day challenge is run by national charity Alcohol Concern.
Dry January encourages people to stop drinking alcohol for the first month of the year. Last year more than 1,000 West Sussex residents took part along with two million people across the country.
By signing up to the Dry January website people can find advice and support to help them take a break from booze including alcohol-free mocktail recipes. 
They can also sign up to get their effort sponsored in aid of Alcohol Concern.
Christine Field, Cabinet Member for Community Wellbeing, said: “Dry January is not about stopping drinking forever − it’s a chance to give your body a break after the excesses of the festive season.
“Cutting the amount of alcohol you consume is a good start and a whole month off alcohol is really good for your health. It boosts your energy levels, improves your sleep and it also gives you a sense of achievement – as well as saving you money too.”
To sign up for Dry January or for tips, help and support about alcohol look for ‘Dry January’ on the homepage of the West Sussex Wellbeing website (www.westsussexwellbeing.org.uk)
