UK Government to Debate Smoking Ban
New Law to Phase Out Cigarettes
Policy Announced by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak
British lawmakers will debate and vote on Tuesday on the government's plans to ban the sale of cigarettes to future generations. The policy, announced by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak last year, aims to make the UK smoke-free by 2030.
According to the government, the ban is necessary to protect public health and reduce the number of smoking-related deaths. Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the UK, causing around 78,000 deaths annually.
The ban would apply to anyone born after a certain date, with the exact date yet to be determined. It would mean that people in this age group would not be able to buy cigarettes legally. However, it is important to note that the ban would not apply to e-cigarettes or other tobacco products.
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill is a key part of the government's plan to improve public health. Other measures include increasing taxes on tobacco products and providing support to smokers who want to quit.
The debate and vote on the Tobacco and Vapes Bill will take place in the House of Commons on Tuesday, October 4th. If passed, the bill would become law and the ban on cigarettes would come into effect in the coming years.
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