Charity warns retailers not to sell drink to celebrating teenagers

As students prepare to celebrate their Junior Certificate results, a strong plea has been made to alcohol retailers not to sell drink to underage people.

Alcohol Action Ireland, the national charity for alcohol-related issues, is also urging parents and students themselves to “make a who, what, where, when, how” plan ahead of tonight’s celebrations.

According to charity director Fiona Ryan, 84% of teenagers said they had no problem getting alcohol.