PROOF OF AGE ACCREDITATION STANDARDS SCHEME

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That this House congratulates the British Retail Consortium on its proposal for an accreditation scheme that applies a common standard to the plethora of proof of age cards; recognises that this will allow retailers, licensees and publicans to ensure that the range of age-restricted products from alcohol, tobacco, knives, solvents and fireworks are not sold to those who are under age; welcomes the endorsement of the All Party Parliamentary Retail Industry Group and the All Party Parliamentary Beer Group; and calls on Her Majesty's Government to endorse the proposal and offer its support.