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As kids get older, they want to know "when": when they get a job, buy contraceptives, borrow money or leave home. But what does the law say?

In this report, we summarise your child's legal rights and responsibilities as they get older, the ages of sexual consent, and where to go for more information.

Highlights of this report


Ages of consent


Our index of rights from ages 7-20 Read more

More help


Who to call for more information Read more