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About ASH

Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) is a public health charity set up by the Royal College of Physicians to end the harm caused by tobacco.

After 50 years' successful campaigning this goal is within our grasp, but only if the inequalities in smoking across society are addressed.

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Latest Press Releases

22 September 2026

6 in 10 young people who have ever smoked regret it, as 100-day countdown to a smokefree generation begins

As the UK marks 100 days until the Smokefree Generation law, new data shows 62% of 11 to 17-year-olds who have ever smoked regret it, while two-thirds of young people support the landmark Smokefree Generation law that will protect future generations from ever starting.

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01 September 2026

Retailers Urged to Prepare for Next Phase of Tobacco and Vapes Act

Joint statement from CTSI, ASH, ASH Northern Ireland and ASH Wales

Leading public health and trading standards organisations have joined forces to help retailers prepare for the next phase of the Tobacco and Vapes Act, as the Government publishes new guidance on changes coming into force from October 2026 and January 2027.

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