Latest Tobacco News
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NewsIndustry welcomes new tobacco and vape laws coming into force today
Vaping and cigarette industry figures have broadly welcomed today’s new nicotine regulations
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Products In DepthFive things you need to know about tobacco, vaping and next generation
From sweeping legislative changes to the rise of nicotine pouches and vaping innovation, the next-generation nicotine category is evolving fast. Here’s what convenience retailers need to know to stay compliant and capitalise on growth
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NewsUK Government’s research reveals a further decrease in smoking rates
New data on the proliferation and age ranges of smokers and vapers has just been released
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Product NewsImperial Brands adds red variant to Paramount range
Imperial Brands has launched Paramount Red Superkings, expanding its value cigarette range as the segment grows to represent 38% of total UK cigarette sales
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NewsRetailers warned to prepare for new tobacco and vape legislation
The Local Government Association is urging convenience retailers to act now as key deadlines approach for sweeping new tobacco and vaping legislation
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NewsCampaigners question Government’s consultation on vaping’s future
Leading campaign group We Vape raises questions on the timings of the Government’s vape consultation
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Partner FeatureHow illegal tobacco is taking over UK high streets
To mark the one-year anniversary of the It Costs More Than You Think campaign, JTI shares hard-hitting new data showcasing what the British public thinks about illegal tobacco.
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NewsLGA points retailers to government advice on upcoming Tobacco & Vapes Act changes
The Local Government Association is encouraging retailers to prepare for the new measures with new government guidance
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Product NewsImperial Brands launches Players Classic cigarettes
Imperial Brands has expanded its Players range with a new full-strength value cigarette available in Kingsize and Superking formats
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NewsBAT UK urges retailers to speak up on nicotine regulations
BAT UK is urging retailers to make their opinions known on upcoming vaping and tobacco laws
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NewsNicotine pouch sales surge as UK consumers shift from vapes and cigarettes
Seven in 10 nicotine pouch users say they started using the product to quit smoking or vaping
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AdvertorialThe SNÜ era of nicotine: how one pouch brand is helping retailers navigate category change
As The Tobacco and Vapes Bill reaches Royal Assent, SNÜ nicotine pouches are helping convenience retailers protect long-term category revenue through premium flavour innovation, in-store engagement and compliant retail positioning.
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Product NewsBenson & Hedges announces its first cigarillo with a low pricepoint
Benson & Hedges Leaf Wrapped is a new innovation targeting lower price smokers
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NewsImperial Brands reassures retailers on phased tobacco law rollout
Imperial Brands has moved to reassure retailers that new legislation on tobacco and vape sales will have a phased implementation, with most measures not coming into force straight away
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NewsDisposable vape ban continues to impact independent retailers
The ban on disposable vapes introduced last year continues to impact independent retailers
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NewsFurther industry reaction to Tobacco & Vapes Bill decision
Further reaction to granting of Royal Assent for the Tobacco & Vapes Bill
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NewsOver half of Grimsby’s independent stores found selling illegal tobacco
A new operation found 61% of independent retailers it visited were selling illegal tobacco in Grimsby and Cleethorpes
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NewsTobacco & Vapes Bill now just needs Royal Assent to become law
Yesterday saw the Tobacco & Vapes Bill return to the House of Lords for its final consideration
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Product NewsPML announces heated tobacco stick range named Delia
Delia is PML’s latest addition to its portfolio of heated tobacco and zero-tobacco sticks
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NewsMore campaigners add their voice to call for a 20mg cap on nicotine pouches
Growing campaign calls for ministers to use powers in Tobacco & Vapes Bill to introduce a 20mg cap on nicotine pouches