Will new legislation really deliver a 'smokefree generation?

Will new legislation really deliver a 'smokefree generation?

23 February 2026

Remaining obstacles may leave a ‘smokefree generation’ as little more than a pipe dream, writes Professor Lisa McNally, director of public health for Worcestershire County Council

Government consults on plans to protect children from second-hand smoke

By Liz Wells 13 February 2026

The government has launched a consultation on stopping people smoking or using heated tobacco outside healthcare locations in England.

Senedd backs bill to create a smoke-free generation and curb youth vaping

By Liz Wells 10 December 2025

Senedd Members have supported the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which will create Wales' first smoke-free generation.

Government campaign warns young people about deadly risks of taking drugs

By Liz Wells 16 October 2025

The government has launched a new campaign to alert young people to the dangers of ketamine, counterfeit medicines and adulterated THC vapes.

Teen vaping linked to increased risk of smoking and health issues

By Liz Wells 20 August 2025

There is strong evidence that e-cigarette use may act as a gateway to cigarette smoking and other health issues in young people, new research reveals.

Study to shed light on youth vaping

By Liz Wells 19 February 2025

A £62m research project is to investigate long-term health effects of vaping on young people's health and wellbeing, alongside wider influences on adolescent health.

Tobacco and Vapes Bill backed by MPs

By Liz Wells 27 November 2024

MPs have voted in favour of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, bringing a UK smoking ban and stricter vape regulations one step closer.

Government crackdowns on single-use vapes

By Liz Wells 24 October 2024

The ban on sale and supply of single-use vapes in England will come into force on 1 June 2025, Circular Economy Minister Mary Creagh has confirmed.

Almost one in 10 secondary school children currently vape

By Lee Peart 18 October 2024

Almost one in 10 secondary school children currently vape, according to NHS figures.

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BMA urges government to act on vaping

By Liz Wells 28 August 2024

The BMA is calling on the government to stop what it calls a ‘growing epidemic of vape use in the UK'.

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