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Radio Schuman

Von der Leyen's bold move: Is Austria the fix for EU migration policy?

Austrian nominee Magnus Brunner has received mixed reactions in Strasbourg and Brussels due to Vienna's history of opposing key EU migration policies.

Europe News

EU calls for tougher measures to achieve a ‘tobacco free generation’

The European Commission recommends that member states extend smoking bans to outdoor areas, including for electronic cigarettes and nicotine-free products.

Health news

Exclusive: EU wants to ban smoking in outdoor areas, leaked draft says

The European Commission will recommend smoking bans in cafe terraces, bus stops, and zoos, and plans also cover nicotine-free products, according to a leaked document obtained by Euronews.

Healthcare

Where in Europe are there restrictions on smoking outdoors?

Experts say limiting smoking in outdoor areas such as beaches, parks, and restaurants could be the next move for many countries to tackle tobacco smoking.

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Economy

€25 a pack: Does raising prices actually stop people smoking?

France's Senate wants a 5% annual increase in cigarette prices until 2040, a proposal designed to discourage smokers.

Healthcare

UK MPs agree to ban tobacco sales to those born after 2009

The UK government's new Tobacco and Vapes Bill is intended to protect young people from the harms of smoking.

Healthcare

UK vapes ban: Which other countries are trying to crackdown?

The UK has announced a ban on disposable e-cigarettes, which have become popular among teens. Which other countries are cracking down?

Travel News

Tourists in France could now face fines for smoking on the beach

The country has just introduced a ban on smoking in some public areas as part of a comprehensive anti-tobacco plan.

Healthcare

Australia to ban imports of single-use disposable vapes from next year

Australia joins an increasing number of countries are trying to crack down on disposable e-cigarettes.

Healthcare

New Zealand's new government plans to ditch radical smoking ban law

New Zealand's incoming government plans to repeal restrictions approved last year, an initiative that sought to stop the next generation smoking.

Health news

Smoking in cars: What are the rules across Europe?

Smoking in cars is completely banned in only three EU countries whereas there is no ban in 13 EU countries.

Health news

Where in Europe do people smoke the most and the least?

The UK has announced further plans to deter smokers with new packaging. But how do European countries compare in terms of smoking and vaping rates?

Destinations

This popular Ibiza beach joins Spain's list of smoke-free zones

Beach-goers who break the rules face fines of up to €2,000.

Green News

France to ban smoking in all forests and woods during wildfire season

Lawmakers have voted on measures to tackle growing destruction from climate change-related wildfires.

Mexico

Residents unconvinced by Mexico's strict anti-smoking laws

Enacted on Sunday, it's one of the world's strictest smoking laws, and completely prohibits tobacco consumption, including the use of e-cigarettes, in shared public areas such as hotels, parks and beaches

Health news

Vaping can disrupt heart rhythms, research on mice shows

The study conducted on mice found vapour from e-cigarettes could cause heart arrhythmias and increase the risk of sudden cardiac arrest.

Europe News

EU proposes ban on sale of flavoured heated tobacco products

According to EU figures, cancer is the second cause of death in the bloc, with 40% of its citizens predicted to face the illness at some point in life.

Denmark

Denmark proposes ban on selling cigarettes to people born after 2010

The move aims to prevent the next generation of Danes from touching any form of tobacco.

New Zealand

New Zealand plans 'smoke-free nation' by banning sale to young people

"People aged 14 when the law comes into effect will never be able to legally purchase tobacco," a top health official said on Thursday.

Tech News

Euroviews. 'Pragmatic solutions' are needed to make cigarettes history

Philip Morris International is the only tobacco manufacturer committed to replacing cigarettes completely. Here's how.