Cherry-picking science: How Brussels buried the data that works
April 03, 2026 by eureporter.co
Cherry-picking science: How Brussels buried the data that works
Growing criticism is being directed at the European Commission’s handling of scientific evidence in shaping tobacco and nicotine policy. The discussion centres on claims that key findings—particularly those supporting harm reduction approaches—have been selectively downplayed or omitted in official evaluations. Critics argue that this selective use of data risks distorting the policy debate and undermining evidence-based decision-making. The issue is particularly significant as the EU prepares to revise its tobacco control framework, where interpretations of scientific evidence are likely to play a decisive role. At the heart of the debate lies a broader concern about transparency, credibility, and whether policymaking processes fully reflect the available body of research.
April 03, 2026 by europa.eu
The European Commission has published an evaluation of the EU’s tobacco control framework, highligh…
