The Ongoing Failure of UK Tobacco Control
November 27, 2025 by daily-pouch.com
The Ongoing Failure of UK Tobacco Control
Before the WHO’s FCTC COP11 meeting, the UK’s public health minister promised to support tobacco harm reduction, but the UK delegation ultimately did not follow through. During the opening plenary, the UK expressed interest in forward-looking measures, even though these threatened vaping and other reduced-risk products. The delegation emphasized the dangers of tobacco but highlighted policies under the Tobacco and Vapes Bill that could hinder safer nicotine alternatives. Rather than advocating for harm reduction, the statement focused on concerns about new nicotine products. Overall, the UK appeared more interested in aligning with the WHO and promoting a generational tobacco ban than in supporting smokers seeking safer options.
