Member

Amendment 194, in the name of my noble friend Lord Russell, also probes delivering a financial solution through a levy on profits. It requires the establishment of a levy on the profits of the tobacco companies, with the proceeds earmarked specifically for public health. This ring-fence mechanism is key. The levy would be paid into a dedicated fund held by the department, for it to decide how best it is spent. The funds are to be used solely for smoking cessation services, public health campaigns and smoking-related healthcare.