The People's Chamber
ISSUE 80
JUN 19-25, 2026
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UK Parliament · Public Bill · No. 3703

Tobacco and Vapes Bill

[As Introduced]
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This bill aims to reduce smoking and vaping, especially among young people, by introducing stricter rules around how tobacco and vapes are sold, advertised, and who can buy them. It's designed as a longterm public health measure to make these products less accessible and appealing to teenagers.

Presented by Victoria Atkins.
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The people's count29 votes
3% Aye · 197% No · 28
MPs' vote407 MPs
90% Ayes · 36610% Noes · 41
The democratic gap

87% , a wide gap

Outcome mismatch, the public would block this bill, but Parliament passed it.

Bill passage

Commons

  • 1st reading20 Mar 2024
  • 2nd reading16 Apr 2024
  • Committee stage30 Apr 2024
  • Report stage