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Has the UK banned energy drinks?

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England is preparing to ban the sale of energy drinks to individuals under 16, expanding on a voluntary ban already in place at some retailers. The law is expected to be finalized by the end of the year.

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England moves to ban sale of energy drinks to kids under 16

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  • England plans to make it illegal for anyone under 16 to buy energy drinks. 8s
  • Health experts warn energy drinks can disrupt sleep, increase anxiety, and cause heart issues in children. 25s
  • A significant rise in energy drink consumption among teenagers has been reported. 34s
  • Current warnings on energy drinks are often hard to see, while marketing is widespread among youth. 1m 24s
  • England aims to implement the legal ban on energy drink sales to under-16s by year-end. 1m 52s
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England moves to ban sale of energy drinks to kids under 16
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CBC News
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England moves to ban sale of energy drinks to kids under 16

The government plans to make it law, banning sales of energy drinks to under-16s everywhere.

England moves to ban sale of energy drinks to kids under 16
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CBC News
6 hours ago
England moves to ban sale of energy drinks to kids under 16

England is hoping to move ahead with its legal ban on energy drinks for under-16s by the end of the year.

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