Labor's Tobacco Ban and Its Potential Consequences
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has been reintroduced in the Lords, despite concerns that it may be unworkable and infringe upon personal liberty.
Lord Strathcarron notes that the bill could lead to an increase in criminality, citing Australia as an example of the violent tobacco black market.
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill is back in the Lords.
The Government had initially claimed that the proposed generational smoking ban would be effective, but has since admitted that it may not work as planned.
Author's summary: Labor's tobacco ban may increase violence.
- The bill outlaws tobacco sales to anyone born since January 1, 2009.
- It may place burdens on small independent shops.
- There are concerns about an explosion in criminality.