the minimum age at which a person is allowed to do something by law, such as consuming alcohol

a substance containing ethanol which can impair judgement and coordination

the consumption of alcohol by someone who is below the legal drinking age

a breach of a law or rule; an illegal act

a list of a person's previous criminal convictions

Alcohol and the law

RSHE (PSHE)

The effects of alcohol

Staying safe with alcohol

This unit examines attitudes towards alcohol, evaluates its effects, and discusses how to stay safe when consuming alcohol.

Risky substances: What do I need to know about alcohol?

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of serious mental health issues including eating disorders, self-harm, suicide or attempted suicide, or the aftermath of such an event.

Depiction or discussion of mental health issues

the minimum age at which a person is allowed to do something by law

a substance containing ethanol which can impair judgement

the consumption of alcohol by someone who is below the legal age

a list of a person’s previous criminal convictions

Match the words to their correct definition.

True or false? Only adults can face consequences for alcohol related offences.

What is the legal age to purchase alcohol in the UK?

True or false? Breaking the laws around alcohol can result in a criminal record.

True or false? The UK government puts age restrictions on harmful substances such as nicotine or alcohol.

The legal age to buy cigarettes or vapes is ...

__________ are decisions that contribute positively to our physical and mental well-being.

the way in which a person lives, including their habits and behaviours

doing something within reasonable limits, not in excess

the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health.

Match the word to its correct definition.

__________ is the duty you have to care for or protect something.

It is against the {{}} to purchase age-restricted products for someone underage.

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Alcohol and the law

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.