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Those born after 2009 will become Britain's first "smoke-free generation" under the UK government's new ban.

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

Updated: 16/04/2024 - 22:11 GMT+2

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

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