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UK Bans Heated Tobacco Ads Amid Health Concerns

6/15/2025

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The UK government has mandated Sainsbury's and Morrisons to stop advertising heated tobacco products due to legal breaches.
Both supermarkets argued their advertisements complied with the law.
The Tobacco Advertising and Promotion Act 2002 encompasses all tobacco products, including heated devices.
The government stresses that all tobacco products pose health risks.
Awareness of heated tobacco products is rising among young adults.

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Story summary

The UK government has mandated Sainsbury's and Morrisons to stop advertising heated tobacco products due to legal breaches.
Both supermarkets argued their advertisements complied with the law.
The Tobacco Advertising and Promotion Act 2002 encompasses all tobacco products, including heated devices.
The government stresses that all tobacco products pose health risks.
Awareness of heated tobacco products is rising among young adults.