Gibraltar plans lifetime cigarette ban for anyone born after 2008
A teenager turning 18 next year could legally buy cigarettes in many places, but not in Gibraltar if new legislation […]
A new law proposed in Gibraltar would impose a lifetime ban on the sale of tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009. This restriction extends beyond cigarettes to include other tobacco products and single-use vapes. According to the bill, an individual born in 2009 would not be legally able to purchase tobacco in Gibraltar until the year 2049.
The proposal aims to prevent people from starting smoking at a young age, potentially leading to longer, healthier lives and reduced strain on Gibraltar's healthcare system. The bill also seeks to address environmental concerns related to disposable vapes and nicotine pouches, both of which are proposed to be banned outright. The government believes that prevention is the most effective health policy, and that prohibiting tobacco use among young people could yield significant health benefits for the population.
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