The UK government has officially enacted the Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026 after it received Royal Assent on April 29. This new legislation immediately broadens the definition of tobacco products, directly impacting how items like heated tobacco can be advertised to the public under existing regulatory codes.
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North Yorkshire Council is preparing to allocate up to £477,000 for e-cigarettes to combat local smoking rates. Through the Living Well Smokefree service, eligible smokers will receive free e-vouchers for reusable vapes, a harm reduction strategy boasting a proven 75% four-week quit success rate.
Read moreFlorida lawmakers are advancing a dual-pronged legislative package aimed at regulating the next generation of nicotine products. The Senate has moved forward with the “Florida Age-Gate Act” (SB 980), a bill designed to shield minors from aggressive vape advertising by banning open displays of unauthorized products. Simultaneously, the House Ways and Means Committee approved a measure (HB 377) to exclude “heated tobacco products” from being taxed as cigarettes, sparking debate over how new technology should be classified.
Read moreThe Mexican Senate has overwhelmingly approved a major reform to the General Law for Tobacco Control, aiming to significantly reduce public exposure to tobacco and its promotion. The initiative, passed with 97 votes in favor, introduces a comprehensive ban on all forms of tobacco advertising, sponsorship, and promotion.
Read moreIndonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kemkomdigi) has announced it is prepared to block content related to tobacco and vape advertising on social media, acting on official complaints from the Ministry of Health (Kemenkes). This move aims to protect children from exposure to the promotion of tobacco and e-cigarette products.
Read moreTexas has enacted a new law, SB 1316, prohibiting the advertising of tobacco and vape products within 1,000 feet of churches and schools across the state. Authored by Senator Molly Cook (D-Houston), the bill was signed by Governor Greg Abbott and is set to take effect on September 1, 2025. This measure aims to reduce the exposure of children and congregations to promotions for cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and other related items.
Read moreHealth Ministry Highlights PP No. 28/2024 for Ad Bans Near Schools, on Social Media
The Indonesian Ministry of Health is emphasizing the critical role of Government Regulation (PP) No. 28 of 2024 in controlling tobacco and electronic cigarette products, particularly by restricting their promotion across various media, including social platforms and podcasts. Dr. Siti Nadia Tarmizi, Director of Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases, highlighted the new law’s importance.
Read moreIn an open letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, small retailers and corner shop owners from across the country have expressed their grave concerns about the Labour Government’s Spring Forecast and the proposed restrictions on advertising freedoms within the Tobacco and Vapes Bill. The letter, signed by prominent retailers such as Atul Sodha of Londis, Harefield, and Kay Patel of Global Food & Wine and Best-one, London, highlights the financial burdens and regulatory pressures that threaten the survival of their businesses.
Read moreThe fate of vaping device advertising in Paraguay now rests in the hands of the Senate, as the Chamber of Deputies accepted some of the Senate’s modifications to the bill regulating the consumption, sales, and other aspects related to pods, electronic cigarettes, and vaping devices. The central point of disagreement between the two legislative bodies revolves around the advertising of these products.
Read moreThe Swiss House of Representatives has taken a step towards partially banning tobacco advertising in print media. On Monday, the lower house of parliament endorsed restrictions on tobacco advertising, with some relaxations, after initially rejecting the initiative.
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