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Alcoholic Drinks and Drugs: Young People

Commons · Question 40042 · Tabled 20 Mar 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 28 Mar 2025

Question

Asked by Andrew Cooper

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to help safeguard young people from (a) drug and (b) alcohol addiction.

Answer

Answered by Ashley Dalton, 28 Mar 2025

The most effective and sustainable approach to safeguarding children and young people from drug and alcohol harm is by giving them the best start in life, and by keeping them safe, well, and happy. Our mission-based approach will ensure that every child h...