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Moray kids buying fewer cigarettes - 16 Jan 2012, 10:17
SALES of tobacco to children in Moray have fallen by almost 40% in the past four years, according to new figures. Numbers released today indicate that 19% of 15-year-old smokers bought cigarettes from shops in 2010, compared to 58% in 2006. However, while the drop has been welcomed by ... Read on Teens warned Do not risk fake ID - 03 Oct 2011, 06:06
TEENAGERS in Moray considering producing fake ID in a bid to buy alcohol have been warned they could face a hefty fine or even prison. The warning comes as new alcohol legislation comes into effect this weekend which means anyone under the age of 25 can be asked to produce ID when trying to ... Read on Off-licence link to underage drink hospital cases - 05 Sep 2011, 09:02
The number of off-licence premises in an area is statistically linked to the number of underage drinkers admitted to hospital for alcohol-related problems, a study suggests. The research for campaign group Alcohol Concern relates to 2006 to 2009 and is for England, excluding London. On... Read on Pink ecstasy pills warning after Stirling teens death - 31 Aug 2011, 14:43
Police said they were concerned that the teenager had taken ecstasy Drug users are being warned about a batch of ecstasy tablets circulating in central Scotland after the death of a 17-year-old boy. An investigation into the teenagers death in the Stirling area on Monday has revealed a... Read on Think 25 - 22 Aug 2011, 14:30
Moray licensees have been reminded that they will soon be required to have a policy in place for checking the age of anyone who appears to be under 25 before selling them alcohol. An age verification policy for all licensed premises will become mandatory under new licensing legislation which... Read on