Expert reaction to MPs debating tobacco and vapes bill
The expert reactions to the ongoing debate on the tobacco and vapes bill from distinguished scientists provide compelling arguments in favour of the proposed legislation.
The expert reactions to the ongoing debate on the tobacco and vapes bill from distinguished scientists provide compelling arguments in favour of the proposed legislation.
S moking, identified as the primary cause of preventable illness and death in the UK, results in a significant number of hospital admissions and fatalities annually in the UK. The potential increase in the legal age for purchasing cigarettes is highlighted by experts as a crucial step towards safeguarding the health of future generations.
The tobacco industry’s attempts to impede the bill with outdated arguments have been discredited by experts. The detrimental impact of smoking on public health, particularly on children and young individuals, is emphasised as a driving force behind the necessity to phase out tobacco exposure.
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