SUPERMARKETS were warned a Tory government will call time on cheap super-strength booze - because town centres have been turned into "battle zones".
Chris Grayling, the shadow home secretary, vowed to force up the price of potent beers and ciders, but added: "The ordinary pint in the pub will not be affected."
Councils would also be given tough new powers to stamp down on irresponsible pubs, bars and off-licences - forcing them to prove they do not fuel binge-drinking.
Under the plans, the tax on strong alcohol would be hiked, so that:
* Alcopops, such as a four-pack of 4.5% WKD, would cost £6.68 - up from £4.20;
* A four-pack of 7.5% Diamond White cider would cost £4.38 - up from £3.64;
* A four-pack of 9% Carlsberg Special Brew would cost £7.33 - up from £6;
* A four-pack of Tennents 9% lager would cost £6.88 - up from £5.56.
Mr Grayling, who is also the "shadow minister for Liverpool", said: "Our town centres on a Friday and Saturday night can be battle zones for our police.
