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Conservatives set out 'Responsibility Deal' on Public Health

In a policy address to the Reform Think Tank, Health Spokesman Andrew Lansley has set out Conservative Party proposals for key aspects of public health policy. He described his approach as ‘no excuses, no nannying’ and stated that he aimed to encourage people to take responsibility for their lifestyle and health.

Mr Lansley also set out his desire to strike a ‘Responsibility Deal’ with industry to ensure that industry is part of delivering public health outcomes.…

Have Your Say on Tobacco Restrictions

ACS has set out its case to Government against a tobacco display ban and in favour of action that will lead to significant reductions in youth smoking. ACS has estimated that the cost of complying with a display ban will be in the region of £252 million for the convenience sector. We also explain why the evidence doesn’t show that a ban would be effective. See ACS’ full response to the consultation here. (link to website page)

ACS has called on Government to take clear and decisive action to tackle the illegal trade, including providing proper resources to Trading Standards and Police to target the street sellers that blight communities, coupled with strong penalties.

ACS is also calling on Ministers to make the supply of tobacco by an adult to an under-18. It’s immoral and it should be illegal.

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Click here to download the full ACS submission and the executive summary