Written question asked by Andrew Rosindell (Reform UK) on Tuesday, 14 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 July 2026. It was answered by Sharon Hodgson (Labour) on Monday, 20 July 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.
Electronic Cigarettes and Tobacco: Retail Trade
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, pursuant to the Answer of 12 June 2026 to Question 9319, if he will ensure that guidance on the Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026 is published with sufficient time for retailers to understand and prepare for their obligations; and what engagement his Department has had with retailers on this matter.
- Answer
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We plan to publish guidance on the Tobacco and Vapes Act shortly which will give significant time for retailers to understand and prepare for their obligations.
The Department has been engaging with representative bodies, including the Association of Convenience Stores and the British Retail Consortium, and will continue to engage with them on this matter.
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- 18534
- Session
- 2026-27
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Electronic Cigarettes and Tobacco: Retail Trade
Wednesday, 1 July 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
- Subjects
- Tobacco Retail trade Electronic cigarettes
- Legislation
- Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026
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