A government health report has revealed that almost one in five children drink the equivalent of a bottle and a half of wine each week. The problem is particularly serious in the North-east and the report will put increased pressure on the Government to tackle the problem.

Experts believe the children are likely to have difficult home lives and need more help than they’re currently receiving. Once again the legal age for drinking has come into question, with many backing the plan to increase the age from 18 years to 21 years.

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