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Research shows that e-cigarettes contain nicotine an addictive chemical and are especially appealing to young people, providing a rationale for a tax that would deter consumption, provide consistency in tax policy, and support revenue

At the bottom of the chain, the young men selling a handful of packets on the street many from Maghreb countries or Afghanistan are often without legal papers and unable to find other work, vulnerable to gangs and making a tiny profit to survive

These new regulations now require all cigarette brands in the UK including those offered at duty free shops to be sold in standard non-branded dark green packaging

"Flavored tobacco products are intentionally marketed to kids, and I am proud that our city is taking action to prevent the sale of these products and protect our youth." The ordinance does not apply to the sale of shisha, premium cigars or loose-leaf tobacco and unflavored or tobacco-flavored e-cigarettes, as well as FDA-approved cessation devices that will also be exempt from the ban