The legislation, which would affect sales to anyone under 16, mirrors regulations in a number of other European countries.
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The legislation, which would affect sales to anyone under 16, mirrors regulations in a number of other European countries.
By Stephen Castle
Reporting from London
The British government on Wednesday outlined plans to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to children, joining a number of other European countries in a move that it said could cut obesity, reduce anxiety and improve classroom concentration.
The British government plans to ban the sale of energy drinks to children younger than 16.
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting said he was acting on concerns for children's health.
Drinks like Red Bull and Monster would be affected by the ban, which is supported by pediatricians and teachers who cite the need…
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Government to ban sale of energy drinks with more than 150mg of caffeine, citing concerns over obesity and lack of concentration
Around 100,000 children are thought to consume at least one high-caffeine energy drink every day
Ban for high-energy drinks for kids under 16 in England considered - UPI.com
