The Tobacco and Vapes Bill 2024
Information relating to the Tobacco and Vapes Bill which was introduced in the House of Commons on 5 November 2024.
The government is committed to:
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creating a smoke-free generation, gradually ending the sale of tobacco products across the country and breaking the cycle of addiction and disadvantage
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strengthening the existing ban on smoking in public places to reduce the harms of passive smoking in certain outdoor settings particularly for children and vulnerable people
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banning vapes and nicotine products from being deliberately branded, promoted and advertised to children to stop the next generation from becoming hooked on nicotine
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providing powers to introduce a licensing scheme for the retail sale of tobacco, vapes and nicotine products in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and expand the retailer registration scheme in Scotland
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strengthening enforcement activity to support the implementation of the above measures
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill in Parliament.