There is growing public concern about how much alcohol young people drink in their teenage years. The evidence set out in this Action Plan, which was promised in the Children's Plan, shows the extent of the problem.
Young people who drink too much put their own health at risk, and are more likely to get involved in anti-social behavior and contribute to crime. To tackle these problems, we need to work closely with parents, schools, health services and the police.
This Action Plan sets out the Government's five priorities:
- Stepping up enforcement activity to address young people drinking in public places.
- Taking action with industry on young people and alcohol.
- Developing a national consensus on young people and drinking.
- Establishing a new partnership with parents on teenage drinking.
- Supporting young people to make sensible decisions about alcohol.
