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
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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
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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:
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
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- 2026-03-23 17:46:48 +0000
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