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22/01/2015
Plain Cigarette Packaging Vote Brought Forward
MPs will vote on a proposed law to introduce plain packaging for cigarettes before the next general election.
Public Health Minister Jane Ellison, said that "all the evidence" pointed to the move having a positive impact on public health.
The move however is expected to be strongly opposed by the cigarette industry.
Addressing MPs Minister Ellison said: "We cannot be complacent. We all know the damage smoking does to health.
"This government is completely committed to protecting children from the harm that tobacco causes."
(MH/IT)
Public Health Minister Jane Ellison, said that "all the evidence" pointed to the move having a positive impact on public health.
The move however is expected to be strongly opposed by the cigarette industry.
Addressing MPs Minister Ellison said: "We cannot be complacent. We all know the damage smoking does to health.
"This government is completely committed to protecting children from the harm that tobacco causes."
(MH/IT)
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