Off-licence alcohol ban proposed for under 21s
Updated 15.57 Mon Jun 16 2008
The age limit for buying alcohol from supermarkets and off-licences in Scotland is to be raised from 18 to 21 under controversial plans to tackle the nation's chronic drink problems.
The shake-up of Scotland's drink laws is intended to confront alcohol misuse among teenagers.
Over-18s will still be allowed to drink in pubs and clubs in Scotland.
Other proposals to be unveiled by Justice Minister Kenny MacAskill include minimum prices and outlawing cheap deals.
Over-18s will still be allowed to drink in pubs and clubs in Scotland.
Ministers at Holyrood will launch the plans for tackling alcohol misuse on Tuesday.
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