UK Considers Banning High-Caffeine Energy Drink Sales to Under-16s in England
The UK Department of Health and Social Care is seeking public opinion on a potential ban of high-caffeine energy drink sales to under-16s in England. The consultation, launched this week, aims to gather views on various aspects of the proposed restriction.
The move, if implemented, would affect manufacturers and retailers of these energy tinctures. Trading standards authorities and the Food Standards Agency would oversee enforcement. Notably, the ban would apply only in England due to devolved policy on high-caffeine energy drinks.
The consultation covers several key areas. It seeks input on the minimum age for sales, the range of products to be included, whether vending machines should be regulated, the timeline for implementation, and the methods for enforcement.
The UK government is actively considering a ban on high-caffeine energy drink sales to under-16s in England. The consultation period offers an opportunity for the public and industry stakeholders to share their views. The final decision will depend on the feedback received and the potential impact on public health.
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