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A new Community Alcohol Partnership (CAP) highlighting the risks of alcohol harm to 18–25-year-olds is set to launch in Exeter. The official launch took place on Monday 12th June 2025.
CAPs are partnerships between police, local authorities, schools, and retailers who work together to highlight the risks of underage drinking, alcohol harm and improve the health and wellbeing of local children and young people. Partners in the new CAP include: Devon and Cornwall Police, Exeter University, Exeter Council, Exeter BID and a variety of night-time economy premises.
The CAP in Exeter will host events to educate 18–25-year-olds about the risks of drinking excessively and help them to make better decisions about issues such as alcohol, drugs and anti-social behaviour. Training will also be offered to club and venue security staff to better prepare them to support students in vulnerable situations.
Kate Winstanley, Director of CAP said “We know from extensive research that drinking to excess can lead to lots of challenges for young people in their education, relationships, health and in later life. That’s why it’s great to see local partners coming together in this new CAP to highlight the risks of excessive drinking and reduce alcohol harm among our young people.”
She continued: “We are looking forward to seeing the initiatives that the CAP is working on and to making an impact in the local community in Exeter.”
A spokesperson for InExeter, one of the CAPs partners commented: “InExeter is proud to support the introduction of Exeter’s first Community Alcohol Partnership. As a city with a vibrant student population and a dynamic evening and night-time economy, we recognise the importance of creating a safer and more supportive environment for young people. This partnership offers a valuable opportunity to strengthen collaboration between local venues, security staff, and student communities — helping to ensure Exeter remains a welcoming and safe place for everyone. By drawing on the experience of CAPs across the UK, we can build a model that supports wellbeing, enhances safety, and adds real value to our city centre.”
