Latest Tobacco News
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Features and analysisLatvian authorities take down huge illicit cigarette factory
Latvian State Police and the Border Guard have dismantled a criminal network involved in illegal tobacco production
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Features and analysisMost retailers would prefer raising legal age for smoking to 21 over complete ban
Majority of retailers would prefer raising minimum legal age of purchase to 21 rather than a generational smoking ban
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Products In DepthTobacco, Vaping & Next Generation: Consumer Education
With the disposable vape ban coming down the line, what can retailers do to prepare their customers for big changes in the category?
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Product NewsRetro rolling papers return for Christmas
Imperial Brands’ retro Rizla rolling papers are back for Christmas 2024
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Product NewsImperial Brands launches Paramount range to UK market
The Paramount brand is available in both full flavour king-size and super king-size formats
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Product NewsNew pouch size for Golden Virginia launched by Imperial
Imperial Brands has announced a new pouch size for its premium Golden Virginia Original hand-rolling tobacco
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Features and analysisLicensing scheme to be introduced to sell tobacco, vape and nicotine products
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill will be introduced to Parliament as part of plans to create a ‘smoke-free’ generation
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Product NewsCustomer-designed Rizla packs revealed by Imperial Brands
A new design created by a customer aims to bring unique appeal to a new limited-edition range of king-size slim papers from the Rizla brand
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Product NewsLimited edition festive packs of Henri Wintermans Half Corona revealed
Scandinavian Tobacco Group UK has unveiled this year’s limited-edition pack for its Scandinavian Tobacco Group UK has unveiled this year’s limited-edition pack for its Henri Wintermans Half Corona brand
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Features and analysisRecord levels of illicit tobacco purchased in the UK
83% of UK smokers have bought illicit tobacco, the highest level since the records began
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Promotional VideoDiscover the next-gen nicotine products trending across convenience
Nicotine pouches are becoming a key part of the mix for convenience retailers. Watch this video to find out how one retailer is maximising success in the category.
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Promotional FeatureTackling the illicit tobacco trade in Wolverhampton
A roundtable discussion reveals how Wolverhampton retailers are seeing their businesses impacted by the illict tobacco trade, sometimes with violent consequences.
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Product NewsSignature cigars launch limited-edition packs
Rolling out from the end of September, the new tins include limited-edition liners inside
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Product NewsJust Paper filter tips launched by Republic Technologies
Tobacco accessories specialist Republic Technologies has expanded its Swan filters range with the launch of Just Paper – an environmentally friendly range of 100% plastic free filter tips
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Product NewsJTI adds Mayfair Gold Rolling Tobacco to ultra value range
JTI UK has expanded its Ultra Value Mayfair Gold range with the launch of Mayfair Gold Rolling Tobacco 30g
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Promotional FeatureRetailers have their say on the Generational Smoking Ban
With the Generational Smoking Ban still on course to come into effect under the new Labour Government, two convenience store retailers explain the problems it would present to them and the huge impact it would have on their businesses.
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Product NewsNew awareness campaign launched for XQS nicotine pouches
The summer activation programme will see a 60-day sampling campaign in high footfall areas
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Product NewsRepublic Technologies offers up cash prizes in depot competition
Republic Technologies has launched a new competition, giving ten retailers a chance to win a cash prize
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Features and analysisConvenience to see 20.8% rise in growth over next five years, IGD predicts
IGD predicts that convenience will experience the highest rates of growth, compared to large stores, online and discounters
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Features and analysisBooker launches Shop Locally Tobacco Club
The Shop Locally Tobacco Club was launched following feedback from retailers