The Effects
- Lowers inhibitions
- Is a relaxant so users feel less anxiety and more sociable
- Exagerates any mood you are in so if your feeling a bit down it’s likely to get worse
- Taken excessively can lead to vomiting, slurring of words and falling over
The Risks
- Addictive
- Tolerance increases with use so you will need more to get the same effects
- Long term use is linked to liver damage, stomach cancer and heart disease
- Can cause aggression
- Loss of common sense
The Law
- Legal to buy if over 18 years of age
- Retailers face a fine of up to £5,000 for selling to under 18’s & risk having a licence revoked
- Staff can be fined £80 personnally
- It is illegal to drink in public places in certain ares of Moray
Street Names
- Booze
- Bevvy
- Pop
