Submitted on Thursday 16th January 2025
Rejected on Tuesday 11th March 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Replace proposed generational tobacco ban with new legal age of 21
A generational tobacco ban is unworkable and should be replaced by raising the legal age to purchase tobacco products from 18 to 21. As a convenience retailer, I'm deeply concerned that a gen ban would increase instances of violence and abuse against retailers and fuel the tobacco black market.
The task of enforcing a generational ban will fall on independent retailers – and yet so far our voice has been ignored; we urge the government to listen on this matter. Violence and abuse against retailers is already at an all-time high; increased ID checks and restrictions would make this worse and push people towards the black market.
Raising the age to 21 would be simpler to enforce, clearer for shoppers & staff alike, reduce youth smoking and allow adults to make an informed choice.
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