Could energy drinks be banned in Scotland as top brands to be axed in England

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Whether they're doing the school run, heading to work after an impromptu night out with friends, or simply wanting to keep sharp and switched on for the day ahead, Brits might find themselves reaching for energy drinks. ‌

This is all well and good if you are an adult who perhaps isn't so susceptible to the full impact of these beverages, but it is believed around 100,000 kids in the UK are knocking back at least one high-caffeine energy drink a day. ‌

The UK Government has decided to take action against this by outlawing high-caffeine energy drinks for young people under 16 years old in England as the government moves to safeguard children's wellbeing. ‌

The proposals will criminalise the sale of energy drinks packed with more than 150mg of caffeine per litre to anyo