UK lawmakers approve lifetime smoking ban for today's under-18s - Reuters
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UK Parliament passes the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, raising the legal age for purchasing tobacco annually, starting with those born on or after January 1, 2009, effectively banning cigarette sales to future generations. The law also tightens controls on vaping, including banning sales to under-18s and restricting advertising and promotions.
UK Parliament passes the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which will ban cigarette purchases for those born after December 31, 2008, aiming to create a smoke-free generation. The legislation also grants the government authority to regulate tobacco, vaping, and nicotine products, including flavors and packaging.
UK Parliament approves the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which prohibits individuals born on or after January 1, 2009, from purchasing tobacco products, aiming to create a smoke-free generation. The law also imposes stricter regulations on vaping and nicotine products.
UK Parliament passes the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, raising the legal age for purchasing tobacco annually, starting with those born on or after January 1, 2009, effectively banning cigarette sales to future generations. The law also tightens controls on vaping, including banning sales to under-18s and restricting advertising and promotions.
UK Parliament approves the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which prohibits the sale of tobacco products to individuals born after January 1, 2009, aiming to create a smoke-free generation. The bill also grants ministers new powers to regulate tobacco, vaping, and nicotine products, including their flavors and packaging.
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