What's the law?
Under 5 years old:
It is illegal to give alcohol to under 5s, except on medical instruction.
In England in 2008, 18% of 11–15 year-olds drink weekly (3% of 11 year olds rising to 46% of 15 year olds).
Sources: The Drug Use, Smoking and Drinking among young people in England 2008 report and The Chief Medical Officers Guidance for parents on underage drinking 2009
