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Alcoholic Drinks: Children and Young Children

Answer

The Department for Education’s statutory guidance, Relationships education, relationships and sex education and health education, became mandatory in September 2020. Through this, education on drugs, alcohol, and tobacco became compulsory at state-funded primary and secondary schools, teaching children and young people how to manage influences and pressure, and keep themselves healthy and safe.

The Government also has an information and advice service called Talk to FRANK, which aims to reduce the use of substances and their harms, by providing awareness to young people, parents, and concerned others. Further information is available at the following link:

https://www.talktofrank.com

Guidance from England’s Chief Medical Officer for healthcare professionals is clear, that an alcohol-free childhood is the healthiest and best option. The Department promotes these through online platforms such as NHS.UK website, the Talk to FRANK online resource, and the GOV.UK website. Local authorities promote these guidelines as part of their public health duties.

Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

23894

Session

2023-24

Subjects

Children Alcoholic drinks Health education Misuse Young people

Link

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