Underage drinking

Underage drinking puts children and young people at increased risk of harm. Get the facts you need, from the law to how to talk about alcohol.

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Understand why some young people drink alcohol

Understanding why your child may drink alcohol can help you influence your child to enjoy an alcohol-free childhood.

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What are the risks?

Learn more about the impacts of underage drinking, from health risks to the law.

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Understanding and preventing underage drinking

Find out why some young people might drink alcohol and how you can help prevent it.

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Guest blog: A parent’s guide to preventing underage drinking

Kate Winstanley talks about the risks of underage drinking and how parents can help prevent it.

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How to talk to your child about alcohol

Top tips for talking to your child about alcohol.

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Prevent your child from drinking

Strategies to help prevent your child drinking alcohol underage.

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Alcohol support services

If you are concerned that you or someone you care about has a problem with alcohol there is a lot of help available. Here you can find useful links and phone numbers to get the support you need.

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