Survey shows 'concerning' level of teen alcohol consumption

A worryingly high level of alcohol consumption among Irish teenagers is highlighted in an extensive lifestyle survey. It reveals that almost half (46%) admitted to being drunk more than once in their lifetime with more than a quarter (26%) being intoxicated in the last month.

The findings are from survey data from the Western Regional Drug and Alcohol Taskforce of 15-16-year-olds in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon.