A nationwide survey (2023) from the Department of Health and Social Care found that 95% of ex-smokers noticed positive changes in their health after just 2 weeks of quitting smoking. Data from more than 3,000 ex-smokers Health Minister, Neil O’Brien said: “Smoking is the single biggest cause of preventable illness and death. When people quit […]
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Hunt Proposes New Tax to Hit Vapes in Budget 2024
In this week’s Budget (March 6th), the government is planning on introducing a new vape tax. Ministers fear that the relatively cheap cost of vaping means that the products are more accessible for young people and non-smokers. To ensure that vaping remains cheaper, they may also increase the tobacco duty. It comes after the consultation […]