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Corner shops and supermarkets running the risk of £2bn penalty for facilitating under age drinking

The latest research by digital identity specialists, ID Crypt Global , has revealed that the nation’s corner shops and supermarkets are running the risk of £2bn in penalty fines due to the sheer volume of under 18s purchasing alcohol on a yearly basis, with a further £1.6bn as a result of tobacco sales to underage children.

A recent NHS study found that 37% of school children admit...