Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Christopher Chope (Conservative). It was answered by Baroness Merron (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 November 2009 on behalf of the Department of Health.
Smoking Cessation
- Question
- If his Department will take steps to promote the health benefits of low-toxicant smokeless tobacco products as aids for smoking cessation.
- Answer
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There is no evidence that smokeless tobacco can help people to quit smoking. Such products are tobacco, and they release harmful toxins when used. The Department therefore has no plans to promote that form of tobacco, but we will continue to support smokers in quitting using safer means, including licensed nicotine replacement medicines.
Secondary information
- Type
- Oral question
- Reference
- 501 c387
- 300143
- Session
- 2009-10
- Oral question type
- Lead
- Chamber / Committee
- House of Commons chamber
- Subjects
- Smoking
- Link
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