Alcohol
In the UK, if you’re under 18, it is against the law:
- For someone to sell you alcohol
- To buy/ try to buy alcohol
- For an adult to buy/ try to buy alcohol for you
- To drink alcohol in places like a pub/ restaurant etc (with a few limited exceptions for 16- and 17-year-olds- find out more about the law on 16 and 17 year olds on the Drinkaware website)
What are the consequences of breaking these laws?
Anyone under 18 years old drinking alcohol illegally could face a criminal record or a fine.
What are the consequences of underage drinking on health?
Alcohol can have negative effects on our health, especially if you are under 18 years old because your organs are still developing. Drinking regularly throughout childhood/ early adulthood can cause permanent liver and brain damage.