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The following young persons pages provide advice and information for young people and adults who work with them. 

Young People

For young people aged 13-19 you will find useful information and advice on a wide range of issues, including:

• Shopping advice for young people
• Careers in Trading Standards – find out more about careers in Trading Standards
• Useful websites for young people

Schools and Colleges

Useful information and links to provide teachers with help, advice, and information to deliver consumer education into the classroom, and can help students studying consumer issues.

• Information for Schools and Colleges including Young Consumer of the Year, Playsafe and Consumer Challenge
• Careers in Trading Standards
• Useful Websites for Schools and Colleges

Underage sales

Information for young people and businesses on age restricted products and proof of age cards.

• Advice and Information on Age Restricted Products
• Advice for businesses
• Proof of Age Cards
• Challenge 21
• Volunteer for test purchasing age restricted products
• Useful websites relating to age restricted sales

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