Kids in pubs?

[Gerry Attrick]

I think a distinction has to be drawn between children and brats. I have no problem with children who sit quietly with their parents and who have clearly been taught how to behave in public. However, brats of any age squawking and screaming, running about creating havoc with the interminable demands for attention should be banned from within a mile of any pub. Given that they are taught such behaviour by their parents, maybe they should also be banned.

 

[surfgurl]

Errr, as he is 18, why does he have problems being served alcohol?

I have always been confused about the licensing laws. I thought you could have alcohol with food if you were over 14 and accompanied by an adult (i.e. someone 18 or over). I recall having a pint with food when I was 15. But that was a long time ago.

Sorry my mistake. I meant to say almost 18. He turns 18 in December. I'm having trouble with the age thing, it's making me feel really old!