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Written question asked by James Cleverly (Conservative) on Tuesday, 10 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 12 March 2026. It was answered by Sharon Hodgson (Labour) on Monday, 23 March 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Tobacco and Vapes Bill: Hospitality Industry

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill on the economic viability of (a) pubs, (b) nightclubs, (c) bars and (d) other parts of the hospitality sector.

Answer

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill Impact Assessment, published in November 2024, which was given a ‘green’ rating by the Regulatory Policy Committee, assesses the expected impact of policies on the face of the bill, including any impacts on the hospitality industry. The impact on the hospitality industry of any regulations implemented using powers in the bill will be assessed in separate impact assessments when these regulations are developed. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill Impact Assessment is available at the following link:

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6985eeb7cfe7ccf77efbc74e/tobacco-and-vapes-bill-impact-assessment.pdf


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
119308
Session
2024-26
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Tobacco Smoking Electronic cigarettes Hospitality industry
Legislation
Tobacco and Vapes Bill 2024-26
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk