“We welcome the Youth Alcohol Action Plan which is an important first step in tackling growing concerns around the level of young people’s drinking and the negative impact this can have on their health, well being and the communities in which they live. It is particularly encouraging to see an emphasis being placed on helping parents to discuss drinking alcohol with their children as many may feel uncomfortable and unsure of how to engage their children in talking about the issue.

“However, it is important that the plan does not also serve to criminalise and alienate vast numbers of young people, many of whom may be coping with additional pressures and difficulties, but supports young people in re-assessing their attitudes towards and making responsible decisions about alcohol.”

For more details about the Youth Alcohol Action Plan click here

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4Children Press Office

Julie Watkins: 020 7522 6928 / 07917 870 641
julie.watkins@4Children.org.uk

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