The laws relating to alcohol

In the UK, there are laws to regulate the purchase and consumption of alcohol by young people (under 18s) and adults.

• Under 5 years old
• Under 14s
• 16s and over
• Under 18s
• Drinking and driving
• At any age
• When not to drink

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Over 60% of the population think that alcohol-related violence
is on the
increase.