More than 40% of children are signing up to social media networks by claiming to be older than 18, subjecting them to targeted advertising for gambling, alcohol, slimming aids and sexual dating services, according to research from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA).

The Scottish Government will "win hands down" if a challenge to its plans to bring in minimum pricing for alcohol ends up in the European Court, the Health Secretary predicted.

Whisky producers have said they fear a damaging trade war if a minimum price for alcohol in Scotland is approved by the European Commission.

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A top doctor says Health Minister Edwin Poots must "not be swayed" by moves in Westminster to drop plans to introduce minimum alcohol pricing. From The Belfast Telegraph The British…