A 'smoke-free generation' tobacco ban is coming to the U.K. Could it also happen in Canada?

CBC·Apr 29

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The UK has agreed to ban people born after 2008 from buying cigarettes, a move aimed at creating a 'smoke-free generation'. This development has sparked discussion about whether a similar ban could be implemented in Canada. The effectiveness and feasibility of such a ban are being debated, with some outlets questioning its potential impact and others suggesting that market trends may already be driving a shift towards a smoke-free generation.

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The Boston Globe·Jun 9

Brits don't need government mandates to create a ‘smoke-free generation.’ The market is already doing so.

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