ENCOURAGING A NO-PROOF, NO SALE CULTURE

Early day motion 782, tabled 25 February 2003 by Jim Dowd (Labour). Signed by 102 members.

That this House recognises the daily intimidation faced by retailers in relation to under-age purchases; further recognises that verbal and physical attacks on shop workers create a hostile working environment, particularly for those in small stores and corner shops; notes the vital community service provided by local shops; further notes that age restrictions on solvents, alcohol and cigarettes protect children; supports the Association of Convenience Stores' recent campaign to promote a No Proof, No Sale message, as already exists in the United States of America; and calls on the Government to support this by actively encouraging a responsible culture where consumers expect to be age-checked and supply proof of age.

Signatures by party: Labour 51, Conservative 26, Liberal Democrat 13, Labour/Co-operative 6, Plaid Cymru 3, Independent Conservative 1, Scottish National Party 1, UUP 1.