Cigarettes

The EU plans to amend the Tobacco Products and Advertising Directives

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Die EU überarbeitet ihre Tabakprodukt- und -werberichtlinie, um Europa bis 2040 rauchfrei zu machen.

10.06.2026 The European Commission intends to revise the Tobacco Products Directive and the Tobacco Advertising Directive in order to improve tobacco control. The public has until 15 June 2026 to submit comments on the matter. Pro Rauchfrei supports the European Commission’s goal of a smoke-free Europe, in which no more than 5% of the population … Read more

No more free cigarettes for birthdays – tobacco company JTI issues cease-and-desist declaration

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Screenshot vom TikTok-Video: Ein Päckchen mit einer kostenlosen Packung Zigaretten als Geburtstagsgeschenk vom Hersteller

30.11.2022 Because the tobacco company JTI distributed Camel brand cigarettes to end consumers free of charge despite a legal ban, Pro Rauchfrei initiated injunction proceedings against both the company and the advertising agency responsible. Following discussions with the association, both companies issued cease-and-desist declarations. Social media is in. From self-made home stories to professional influencers, … Read more