The UK government is planning to ban shops from selling high-caffeine energy drinks to anyone under the age of 16. These drinks contain more than 150mg of caffeine per litre. The proposed law will apply to all retailers, including shops, restaurants, cafes, vending machines, and online sales. This measure aims to protect children's health by reducing the harmful effects of caffeine, such as disrupted sleep, anxiety, and reduced concentration, and to address obesity concerns. The ban excludes lower-caffeine soft drinks, tea, and coffee. This proposal is currently under consultation and expected to be legislated soon in England.
There is no indication from the current information that the UK government plans to ban shops from selling anything to under-1-year-olds specifically. The recent notable age-related ban is on energy drinks to those under 16 years old.
