Guidance

Alcohol consumption by children and young people

Guidance from the Chief Medical Officer for healthcare professionals on safe alcohol consumption for children and young people.

• From: Department of Health and Social Care
• Published: 17 December 2009

Applies to England

Documents

Guidance on the consumption of alcohol by children and young people

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Guidance on the consumption of alcohol by children and young people: supplementary report

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Details

This guidance is for health and social care professionals and providers of alcohol support services in England. They can use it to advise parents, families, children and young people about alcohol consumption and the problems associated with underage drinking.

It was produced by a former Chief Medical Officer (CMO) in 2009, after a period of consultation.

In 2016, the guidelines on alcohol consumption for adults were updated by the 4 UK chief medical officers, based on the most up-to-date scientific information. That guidance did not replace this 2009 guidance for children and young people.

Published 17 December 2009