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Young people and alcohol

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Alcohol, young people and the law

Find out about licensing laws, and what the law says about underage drinking and drink driving

Young people and alcohol - what are the risks?

The effects of alcohol on young people are not the same as they are on adults - find out how alcohol can affect young people’s health and behaviour

Encouraging sensible drinking

Advice for parents on how to help their child develop a healthy attitude towards alcohol

Alcohol education in schools

Alcohol education is part of the National Curriculum - find out exactly what your child will be taught about alcohol, and at what age

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