UK Health Secretary confirms pub smoking rights as vape ads and sponsorships banned

Nov.05.2024

The UK Health Secretary has confirmed new outdoor smoking bans around schools and hospitals, though smoking in pubs will still be permitted. The new bill will ban e-cigarette advertising and sponsorship, restrict fruity-flavored vapes for children, and allow the government to fine shops that sell tobacco to minors.

The UK government is set to announce new outdoor smoking bans near playgrounds, schools and hospitals on November 5, according to The Sun. However, Health Secretary Wes Streeting will confirm that customers will still be able to smoke in pubs.

This decision is a victory for pub owners opposed to smoking bans. Today (5th), legislation submitted to Parliament will also prohibit e-cigarette advertising and sponsorship.

The new bill will further empower the government to restrict fruity-flavored vapes aimed at attracting children and impose fines on stores that sell tobacco products to minors on the premises.

The indoor smoking ban introduced in 2007 will be extended to outdoor areas, including schools, hospitals, and playgrounds, with specific measures subject to consultation. These areas may also adopt smoke-free policies.

"If we don’t take action to help people stay healthy, rising health issues will overwhelm the NHS," Streeting said.

"Prevention is better than cure. The government is taking bold steps to create the first smoke-free generation, combat youth exposure to nicotine through vaping, and protect children and vulnerable groups from secondhand smoke."

It is also reported that disposable vapes will be banned nationwide by next summer to curb youth addiction to vaping in the UK.

References:

[1] New smoking ban outside playgrounds, schools & hospitals will be announced TODAY

Also Read:

[1] UK outdoor smoking ban stalls amid government split, hospitality industry survival concerns

[2] UK Prime Minister Supports Ban on Outdoor Smoking

[3] Ireland's Deputy Prime Minister Opposes Outdoor Smoking Ban Efforts

[4] Disposable e-cigarette ban in UK could lead to cigarette "comeback," warns environment department

[5] UK unveils e-cigarette tax plan, adding £2.20 per 10ml of e-liquid starting in 2026

[6] Scotland delays ban on disposable vapes until June next year

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