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Health Secretary Wes Streeting said:  ”Unless we act to help people stay healthy, the rising tide of ill health in our society threatens to overwhelm and bankrupt our NHS. Prevention is better than cure.

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“By increasing the age of sale of tobacco products and properly funding cessation services, the government can build a healthier future, prevent cancer, and protect people from a lifetime of deadly and costly addiction.

Legislation aiming to create the "first smoke-free generation" is to be introduced to Parliament today (Tuesday, November 5).

“We urge all MPs to prioritise the nation’s health by voting in favour of the Bill and ensuring that this historic legislation is implemented across the UK.”

“A smoke-free country would prevent disease, disability and premature deaths for children born today and for people long into the future.

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Restrictions on vape advertising and sponsorship, as well as restricting flavours, displays and the packaging of e-cigarettes are also being looked at.

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A similar bill on smoking was tabled by the previous Conservative government but was shelved after the 2024 General Election was called.

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The bill could also see restrictions on indoor smoking expanded to outdoor spaces where children are present, including parks, near schools and outside hospitals.

“Smoking causes harm across the life course from stillbirths, asthma in children, cancers, strokes and heart attacks to premature dementia.”

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill would ban anyone born after January 1 2009 from legally smoking by gradually raising the age at which tobacco can be bought.

Dr Ian Walker, executive director of policy at Cancer Research UK, said: “Today is a significant step forward in the journey to creating a smoke-free UK.

He said: “This is a major piece of legislation which if passed will have a positive and lasting impact on the health of the nation.

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“This historic legislation will save thousands of lives and protect the NHS. By building a healthy society, we will also help to build a healthy economy, with fewer people off work sick.”

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Professor Sir Chris Whitty, Chief Medical Officer for England has welcomed the bill (Image: Yui Mok/PA Wire) Professor Sir Chris Whitty, Chief Medical Officer for England, welcomed the Bill.

“This Government is taking bold action to create the first smoke-free generation, clamp down on kids getting hooked on nicotine through vapes, and protect children and vulnerable people from the harms of secondhand smoke.