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Experts call for tobacco levy to help nation become smoke-free

“Meagre” public spending on tobacco control measures should be propped up by a “polluter pays” tax on tobacco firms, a group of health experts said. A new letter signed by leading health charities and medical Royal Colleges said current spending is ...

19 Apr 2023 at 00:01

Government will ‘take decisions’ on potential outdoor smoking ban, Starmer says

Sir Keir Starmer has said the Government will “take decisions” on a potential outdoor smoking ban in an effort to curb preventable deaths and alleviate pressures on the NHS. Industry leaders have warned that the proposed plans to ban outdoor ...

29 Aug 2024 at 16:08

Teenage vapers at higher risk of exposure to toxic metals – study

Teenagers who vape often could be at a higher risk of exposure to toxic metals, potentially harming brain or organ development, a study has suggested. Sweet e-cigarette flavours could also pose additional risks, according to researchers. US ...

29 Apr 2024 at 23:30

Sunak faces revolt as MPs prepare to debate ‘smokefree generation’ plans

Rishi Sunak faces the prospect of another backbench rebellion on Tuesday as his plans to stop young people from ever smoking come before the Commons for the first time. The plan, which would make it illegal to sell tobacco products to ...

16 Apr 2024 at 00:01

Plans to ban outdoor smoking a ‘nail in the coffin’ for pubs, industry warns

Proposed Government plans to ban outdoor smoking, including in beer gardens and outside stadiums, would be another “nail in the coffin” for pubs and bars, industry leaders have warned. According to leaked plans seen by The Sun ...

29 Aug 2024 at 11:31

Smoke-free nation will ‘boost jobs and the economy’ – report

Creating a smoke-free nation could lead to a “significant” boost to the British economy and lead to tens of thousands of jobs, according to a report. Experts examined what could happen if smokers spent their money on goods ...

26 Mar 2025 at 00:01

Government ‘considers banning smoking in some outdoor areas’

The Government is reportedly considering banning smoking in some outdoor areas to improve public health. The indoor smoking ban could be extended to cover beer gardens or outside football stadiums, according to leaked ...

29 Aug 2024 at 09:19

Whitty: arguments against plan to ban youngsters from smoking ‘surprising’

England’s chief medical officer rejected “pro-choice” arguments from Tory MPs opposed to Rishi Sunak’s plans to ban young people from ever smoking. Professor Sir Chris Whitty said cigarettes were a product “designed ...

16 Apr 2024 at 12:49

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