Germany’s health minister is considering an end to “supervised drinking” in bars for minors between the ages of 14 and 16.
Germany Health Minister Karl Lauterbach is considering an end to the practice of “supervised drinking” for under-16s in bars when accompanied by a responsible adult.
The country’s laws are among the most relaxed in the world, with 14- to 16-year-olds allowed to drink beer, wine, and wine-like beverages under the supervision of a parent or guardian. The premise is that it is better to teach a responsible approach to alcohol rather than banning it.
However, Lauterbach and other voices say the harm of such an approach outweighs any perceived benefit.
Germany Health Minister Karl Lauterbach is considering an end to the practice of “supervised drinking” for under-16s in bars when accompanied by a responsible adult.
The country’s laws are among the most relaxed in the world, with 14- to 16-year-olds allowed to drink beer, wine, and wine-like beverages under the supervision of a parent or guardian. The premise is that it is better to teach a responsible approach to alcohol rather than banning it.
However, Lauterbach and other voices say the harm of such an approach outweighs any perceived benefit.
Credit: DW news
