Public Health Bill White Paper // Smokefree Village // Filter the Future

ASH Wales are pleased to see the inclusion of a number of tobacco control measures in the Welsh Government’s White Paper such as a retail register for tobacco which will help combat the problem of tobacco sales to under-18s and further legislation covering smokefree open spaces, including hospital grounds.

The White Paper also proposes a ban on electronic cigarettes in enclosed public premises but while ASH Wales recognises the concerns that have emerged with their growing use, they can see no suggestion in the existing evidence base that would support including them in the existing smokefree legislation.
ASH Wales are keen to hear the views of partners and stakeholders on the issue of electronic cigarettes before the consultation ends on June 24th and will be holding an all-day meeting of the Wales Tobacco or Health Network on Thursday 5th June at the Tapestri Centre in Swansea to debate the issue. Please contact them if you would like to attend this event or join the Network.

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