Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 2245
Electronic Cigarettes and Tobacco: Smuggling
Tabled: 30 July 2024
Answered: 2 September 2024
Question
Andrew Rosindell
Reform UK — Romford
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will extend powers from HMRC to Trading Standards to provide on-the-spot fines for retailers selling illegal (a) tobacco and (b) vape products.
Answer
HM Revenue and Customs does not have the power to issue on-the-spot fines for retailers selling illegal tobacco or vaping products. Those convicted of selling illegal products could face penalties, including imprisonment or an unlimited fine.However, the ...
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