England will ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s starting April next year. The British government announced the move, citing evidence that these drinks can lead to sleep disruption, anxiety, and poor concentration in children.
Details of the Ban
The ban will apply to drinks containing more than 150 milligrams of caffeine per liter, and will cover sales in shops, vending machines, and online. Around 100,000 children in England consume such drinks every day, according to the government.
This move is part of a series of measures aimed at curbing risks facing children and teenagers. The government also plans to ban social media for under-16s and impose default overnight social media curfews for 16- and 17-year-olds.
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