UK Passes Historic Ban on Cigarette Sales for Future Generations

55 articles · Updated · DW (English) · Apr 21

UK Parliament has approved a landmark bill banning the sale of tobacco to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009.
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, set to become law after royal assent, aims to create a 'smoke-free generation' and introduces tighter vaping regulations.
Supporters say the move will save lives and ease NHS pressures, while critics argue for better education and express concerns for retailers and the vaping industry.

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