Current Affairs - International - Discussion

The UK Parliament passed the Tobacco and Vapes Bill as part of a long-term public health strategy to create a smoke-free generation. The law introduces a generational ban, ensuring that individuals born on or after January 1, 2009, will never be legally allowed to purchase tobacco products. It also tightens regulations on vaping, including restrictions on advertising, flavours, and usage in public places. The policy aims to reduce smoking-related diseases, ease the burden on the National Health Service, and improve overall life expectancy by prioritising prevention over treatment.