All Tobacco articles – Page 2
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NewsACS calls for better regulation of vaping market
The Association of Convenience Stores has called for better regulation of the vaping market in its response to the Department of Health and Social Care’s consultation on tobacco and vaping restrictions, in particular to prevent youth access and encourage recycling.
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NewsRetailers fear negative impact of tobacco ban on trade, plus increase in illicit activity
Research of 1,000 retailers conducted by JTI has found that 86% of convenience retailers believe the Government’s proposed generational ban on tobacco products will have a negative impact on their business.
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NewsRetailers warn proposed ban on single-use vapes in Scotland will fuel illicit sales
Independent retailers are warning Scotland’s first minister Humza Yousaf that banning single-use vapes will fuel illicit sales.
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NewsACS extends Challenge25 to vaping products
ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has launched a new campaign aimed at cracking down on rogue vape sales and supporting responsible retailers.
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NewsRetailers reminded about new tobacco track and trace sanctions from July 20
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) is reminding retailers about the new tobacco track and trace sanctions which are due to come into force on 20th July.
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NewsLocal authorities call for single use vapes to be banned
Local authorities have called for single use vapes, such as Elf bars and Lost Mary, to be banned on environmental and health grounds.
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NewsMan jailed for attack on driver after altercation at petrol filling station
A man deliberately crashed into another motorist’s car and attacked him after he refused to pay for his brother’s cigarettes at a petrol station, a court has been told.
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NewsOver half of stores selling illegal tobacco or vapes in test purchasing by JTI
JTI (Japan Tobacco International), has undertaken another round of test purchasing, with the results demonstrating again that illegal tobacco and vapes are widely available in stores across the UK.
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Product NewsSTG’s Signature is a real diamond
Scandinavian Tobacco Group UK is celebrating the 60th anniversary of Signature, famed for being the world’s first small cigar.
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NewsACS backs HMRC proposals for tougher sanctions to tackle illegal tobacco
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has welcomed proposals for tougher sanctions to tackle illegal tobacco in its response to an HM Revenue and Customs consultation.
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Product NewsJTI adds flavour to Sterling range
JTI has expanded its cigarillo portfolio with the launch of Sterling Dual Double Capsule Leaf Wrapped, offering double the flavour with a combination of peppermint and berry mint capsules.
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NewsACS welcomes government plan to encourage smokers to swap cigarettes for vapes
A new government scheme to encourage smokers to swap cigarettes for vapes has been welcomed by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).
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Product NewsVEEBA sets new standards
Philp Morris Limited (PML) is launching VEEBA – a premium and sustainable disposable e-vapour device, developed specifically for use by adult smokers and existing adult nicotine users who are looking for a better alternative to continued smoking.
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Product News JUUL 2 wins Product of the Year 2023
JUUL Labs’ new JUUL2 system has been awarded Product of the Year 2023 in the Vaping & Heated Tobacco Products category, following an independent nationwide survey of 8,000 adult consumers by Kantar.
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NewsIllegal tobacco factory in Scotland dismantled after raid by police and HMRC
One of Scotland’s biggest ever illegal tobacco factories has been dismantled after a raid in West Lothian.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON TOBACCO & VAPING: Single-use drives vape sales
There’s no disputing the growth of the vaping category, in particular the meteoric rise in sales of disposable vapes.
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Product NewsMoments get new design
Scandinavian Tobacco Group UK’s value-for-money brand Moments has been rejuvenated with a modern and eye-catching design which claims to bring ‘added personality’ to the brand and intends to start a shift from the ‘value, yet quality’ to ‘value and quality’ message.
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Imperial Raises the bar in disposables with new launch
Imperial is entering the booming vape disposables category with the launch of the new blu bar vape range.
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NewsJTI tells MPs trading standards need more cash and powers to clamp down on illegal trade
JTI (Japan Tobacco International) has presented evidence to MPs on the scale of the illegal tobacco and vape trade, and called for stronger powers and additional funding for Trading Standards to tackle the issue.
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NewsACS updates guidance on selling vapes in response to upsurge in illicit products
ACS has updated its Assured Advice guide on selling vapes, to help retailers to tackle a huge rise in illicit products on shelves.