Parents are to be given guidelines on how much alcohol their children can safely consume, in a bid to encourage teenagers to drink more responsibly.
The government's youth alcohol action plan will crack down on off-licences which sell alcohol to under 18s and aim to reduce drinking in public.
Children Secretary Ed Balls says he thinks parents will welcome help to prevent youngsters from binge drinking.
But the Conservatives and Lib Dems say legislation will not solve the problem.
Under the plans, the government will consult with the UK's chief medical officer, Sir Liam Donaldson, to provide parents with information on how much alcohol their children can safely be given, how often and at what age.
Since when did it become safe for children of any age to consume alcohol?
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