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07 | LAW & CONDUCT
OFFERING COMFORT TO DISTRESSED PUPILS
In the UK anyone under the age of 18 is considered a minor.
As in lots of countries the laws in the UK for under 18’s are very strict and must be adhered to. Please discuss the following with your child where appropriate before they come to the UK.
It is illegal to purchase cigarettes, e-cigarettes or vapes if you are under 18
It is illegal to buy alcohol if you are under 18. It is also against the law to get someone over the age of 18 to buy alcohol on your behalf.
Purchasing and the use of drugs or illegal substances in the UK is against the law for all ages
Under the age of 18 it is illegal to have a tattoo
You may not buy a knife of any sort if you are under the age of 18 the UK
SEXUAL ACTIVITY AND THE LAW IN THE UK
The age of consent for sexual activity between a man and a woman in the UK is 16. However whatever your age (over 16) sexual activity will NOT be allowed at boarding school, or whilst your child is in the care of College Guardians