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Partying school leavers told "keep it safe"

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Further public gatherings expected this weekend

Year 11 pupils leaving school today (1 May) and planning on celebrating are being told to 'keep it safe and be responsible'.

Typically, at this time of year, there are large gatherings of youngsters in public spaces which can sometimes lead to underage drinking and the emergency services getting involved.

Ahead of last weekend, police put out a message warning of the 'serious consequences'.

PC Louise Kennaugh joined youth workers in Onchan last weekend to make sure youngsters weren't taking it 'too far':

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