January 9th, 2007 Alcohol Bans A11

The MTA has duly formed a task force to consider the proposal. It will also consider a possible ban against passengers bringing their own alcoholic refreshments onboard.
Although alcohol is already banned on St Patrick's Day and New Year's Eve, outright prohibition would be difficult to enforce. Alcohol is readily available in some station bars. Besides, most commuters consider the trains' bar carts a much-needed amenity to help unwind after a stressful day. Critics argue that no car accident has ever been directly connected to drinking on the train. Some even think that people should be responsible for their own behaviour.
Connecticut authorities see nothing wrong with making commuting more tolerable by raising a glass. They may be able to continue selling booze even if New York lines have to stop. Peter Kalikow, the MTA's head, agreed, saying he wanted to "severely limit" passengers from buying or drinking alcohol.

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