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Activities Oxfordshire

Activities Oxfordshire lists things to do and places to go for young people in Oxfordshire

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Alcohol & safer drinking

Every year, young people drink less alcohol. But for some, drinking heavily and getting drunk is still a risk

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Cannabis

Cannabis is illegal in the UK and evidence shows it may be particularly risky for young people

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Drugs

Children and young people in Oxfordshire can get help if there are issues with drugs or substance use

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Find an Activity

Doing fun activities in your free time boosts your wellbeing, extends your social group and helps you learn

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Football

Football is one of the most exciting sports in the world and it brings a variety of people together

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Homeless

Information for young people in Oxfordshire worried about homelessness

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Illegal Highs

New drug-like substances are sometimes known as ‘legal highs.' But they are illegal and have serious health risks. People who buy and sell 'legal highs' are breaking the law.

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Keeping Fit

Exercise is fun and good for you – here are some more good reasons to get moving

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Learning at Home

Most of Oxfordshire’s children and young people go to school or college – but some are educated at home

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LGBTQ

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Questioning - find out more about sexuality and gender identity.

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School leaving age

Children must stay in education, training and learning until age 18. This can be at school, college, or (after age 16) in a job with training, like an apprenticeship.

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Stop smoking

Information on how to get help if you, or someone you care for is smoking

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Swimming

Swimming is a great form exercise whatever your age or ability

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The Justice System

Why do children and young people commit crimes? And what happens if you do?