Rates of smoking in pregnancy see biggest single-year drop since data started being recorded
New data from NHS digital shows that smoking rates among pregnant women have fallen to an all-time low, with the biggest drop in smoking rates since records began in 2006.
New poll shows EVERY parliamentary constituency in Great Britain backs phasing out sale of tobacco
In the runup to the general election, ASH is publishing MRP (multi-level modelling and post-stratification) analysis by YouGov demonstrating majority support for phasing out the sale of tobacco among adults in every constituency in England, Scotland and Wales.
Latest figures show cost of smoking in England up 25% to at least £21.8 billion
The estimated cost of smoking, as quoted by the Government in the Command paper, Stopping the Start, has increased from £17.0 Bn to £21.8 Bn, a rise of 25%.
ASH announces Hazel Cheeseman as new chief executive
From 1 October 2024, Hazel Cheeseman will take up the role of chief executive of ASH.
New polling shows majority of small retailers support the government’s smokefree generation policy
Over half of all retailers in England and Wales support raising the age of sale one year every year, nearly double the proportion opposed.