Written question asked by James McMurdock (Independent (affiliation)) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Diana Johnson (Labour) on Wednesday, 9 September 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.
Energy Drinks: Children
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, with reference to the Government press release entitled Children's health further protected with energy drinks ban, published on 17 July 2026, what guidance will be issued to businesses who allow vending machines to operate on their premises on age verification for the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks.
- Answer
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I refer the Hon. Member to the supporting documentation published at the following link:
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 25516
- Session
- 2026-27
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Children Sales Vending machines Caffeine Age assurance Energy drinks
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- 2026-09-09 11:27:49 +0100
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