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Introduction
There are strict laws prohibiting the sale of certain
items eg alcohol, tobacco and fireworks to young people
as they are considered to present real risks to their
health or welfare.
It is illegal for age restricted goods to be sold
to those who are below the specified age limit. A trader
can be prosecuted and may lose their livelihood for
making an illegal sale.
Why do I need to be concerned?
Ignoring the risks of using restricted products
under age can lead to :
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Long term health problems from
tobacco and solvent abuse |
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Serious injury or death from fireworks and
solvents |
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Being drawn into criminal or anti-social behaviour
from alcohol, solvent abuse and gambling |
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Educational under-achievement from alcohol
and solvent abuse |
We take the issue of sales of age restricted products
to children very seriously. Not only is their health
affected but the quality of life of the community at
large is also damaged.
Youth disorder, often alcohol related, is a community
priority and South Tyneside Council and its partners
are determined to do our utmost to stamp out illegal
sales and reduce youth disorder.
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