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Smoking: Northern Ireland

Asked by Sammy WilsonDemocratic Unionist PartyDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 28 October 2025UIN 81832

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he has had recent discussions with his EU counterparts on the legality of the proposed generational smoking ban in Northern Ireland.

Answered by Ashley Dalton

In preparation of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, the Government has considered all its domestic and international obligations. The Government engages with the European Union and member states on a wide variety of issues, including matters relating to Northern Ireland. This engagement is confidential.

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