An element that is a member of the alkali group of metals. It has the atomic symbol Na, atomic number 11, and atomic weight 23. With a valence of 1, it has a strong affinity for oxygen and other nonmetallic elements. Sodium provides the chief cation of the extracellular body fluids.
The general rule is that an employee who sells or handles alcoholic beverages must be at least 18 years of age. However, off-premises beer licensees may employ a person under 18 as a cashier for beer sales as long as that person is in the presence of and under the direct supervision of a person 18 years of age or over.
Report Abuse. To sell cigarettes you need to be 18 years old now. To sell alcohol you need to be over 18. If your wanting to start your own shop then you need to be over 21 to become a licensed place.Some shops may also require you to go onto a training course before you are allowed to sell alcohol. 14 year old can sell you alcohol or cigs, but they have to get a supervisor over the age of 18 to authorise it.