HISTORICAL FACTS: 13 | History Defined

‘Cut fossil fuel industry’s lifeline’: How subsidies and petrochemicals are propping up oil and gas

Experts on the major wins they want to see from the Santa Marta fossil fuel phaseout conference.

Euronews · Apr 23

Brits Don't Need Government Mandates To Create a 'Smoke-Free Generation.' The Market Is Already Doing So.

With smoking rates already declining, the infantilization of future adults is unlikely to be a big win for public health.

Reason · Apr 22

Britain Just Passed a Law That Bans an Entire Generation From Ever Buying a Cigarette, Even When They Are 50

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has passed UK Parliament, banning tobacco sales to anyone born on or after 1 Jan 2009 to protect health and reduce NHS pressure, with groups divided.

International Business Times UK · Apr 22

Born after 2008? UK brings in tough new rule you may never be allowed to buy cigarettes

The UK is implementing a groundbreaking law to effectively ban smoking for future generations by progressively raising the legal age to buy tobacco. This phased approach aims to significantly reduce smoking-related deaths and healthcare costs without impacting current smokers. New vaping regulations are also introduced to protect young people, marking…

The Times of India · Apr 22

UK Smoking Ban Explained: Key Provisions in New Law Targeting Future Generations

The UK Parliament has passed a bill aiming to create a smoke-free generation by banning tobacco sales to those born after 2009, with stricter regulations on vaping products.

International Business Times UK · Apr 22

Bill banning people born after 2008 from buying tobacco clears UK parliament

Ministers hope tobacco and vapes bill, which will become law next week, will create a ‘smoke-free generation’

The Guardian - UK · Apr 21

UK clears landmark Tobacco and Vapes Bill, bans cigarette sales for 2009-born generation

The UK Parliament has passed the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, paving the way for a “smoke-free generation” by imposing a lifetime ban on cigarette purchases for younger people.

The Times of India · Apr 21

Smoking ban for people born after 2008 agreed as ‘landmark’ Bill clears Parliament

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill is designed to ‘create a smoke-free generation’

The Independent UK · Apr 21

War on illegal tobacco needs more 'boots on the ground'

Huge enforcement gaps between jurisdictions mean illicit cigarettes and tobacco products are still too easy to access, experts warn.

AAP · Apr 19

Police uncover secret ‘trap door’ crammed full of illegal cigarettes in Kent shop raid

Thousands of pounds’ worth of illegal tobacco products were seized after officers uncovered a concealed stash beneath a trap door in a shop in Dover.

The Independent UK · Apr 18