Cigarettes plain packet review
The Government has announced a review of cigarette packaging in England.
Government denies plain packet move is a 'u-turn'
The Government has denied that it ruled out the introduction of plain cigarette packaging in the summer, and described Labour as "miserable" for suggesting the move was made in a bid to avoid a defeat in the Lords, where a vote on the issue is due shortly.
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Cigarette packaging through the ages
Distinctive branding has been used by tobacco companies for decades.
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Cigarette packaging: A U-turn on a U-turn?
The government appears set to change its mind on a decision to shelve plans to package cigarettes with stark health warnings.