Labour under fire over plan to jail those advertising vapes for up to two years under new smoking crackdown
December 03, 2024 by dailymail.co.uk
Labour under fire over plan to jail those advertising vapes for up to two years under new smoking crackdown
Plans to jail those advertising vapes or nicotine have been criticized by senior Tories as 'madness'. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill proposes a two-year prison term for promoting smoking or vaping products. The UK-wide law aims to create a smoke-free generation by banning advertising and sponsorships. Critics argue that penalizing advertisers targeting adults seeking to quit cigarettes is extreme. MPs are urged to revise the bill, as it could hinder smoking cessation efforts. The government defends the legislation, stating it aims to prevent nicotine addiction among youth. Concerns about restricting individual choices and empowering ministers excessively have been raised. The bill faces scrutiny and calls for amendment during the parliamentary process.
12.90% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 7.2 million current smokers in United Kingdom 14.60% of men are current smokers but only 11.20% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
