Age restricted products & solvent abuse – advice for all

The law makes the selling of age restricted products to those under age a criminal offence, with various penalties.

Retailers should be clear how the law and safeguarding responsibilities apply to them. Such products include:

Also:

• Crossbows, air weapons, etc – the law in this area is complex so you should seek specialist advice if you are considering registering as a firearms dealer or stocking these products for sale, supply or hire.
• Online sales of age-restricted products – selling age-restricted products via the internet presents particular issues and retailers must have effective systems in place for preventing sales to prospective customers who are underage.
• Sunbeds – It is an offence for anyone carrying out a sunbed business to allow anyone under 18 to use a sunbed.

For more information on all of these products visit Trading Standards Manchester who aim to support businesses by raising awareness and promoting good practice and operate a policy of ‘prevention through advice’ by providing guidance to businesses on legislative requirements and associated best practice in an attempt to maximise the level of compliance with the law.

There is further useful information provided by the Manchester City Council Licensing Unit on the City council’s website www.manchester.gov.uk