93% of polled Scots support a ban on smoking in school grounds and play areas. This figure comes as we launch our new 'Take a Breath' report, exploring successful and potential future smoke-free measures to protect children's health. Read the report - ashscotland.org.uk/take-a-breath/

Changes to the sale of nicotine pouches have come into effect in Scotland and across the UK. The sale of nicotine pouches to under 18s and the provision of free samples, discounts or coupons promoting all recreational nicotine products including vapes is now banned. Read more here - bit.ly/4iy4JY4

ASH Scotland and dental experts in Scotland welcome the Tobacco and Vapes Act banning nicotine pouches sales to under 18s coming into force later on Thursday 29 October. Read the full story - bit.ly/4iy4JY4

Is smoking become re-normalised? Dr Lori Leigh and I explore depictions of smoking online, examine the effects these could have, and suggest responses to help maintain low smoking levels among young people. www.phcc.org.nz/briefing/smo...

Is smoking becoming culturally cool again?

Smoking’s social acceptability may be returning among young people through popular culture and social media, highlighting the need for renewed youth-focused smokefree campaigns and stronger monitoring...

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Take a look at our new policy briefings - starting with 'Recreational nicotine product flavourings'. Learn about the wider policy context internationally and read the evidence informing our policy position calling for a ban on added flavourings in nicotine products - bit.ly/3W8h3Wh

We have a series of online Learning Events taking place in November. We'll be joined by experts on a range of themes from Smoke and Vapour-free Environments, to regulatory measures to protect the health and wellbeing of children. Sign up to attend - bit.ly/4hM8Nm5

A new duty on vaping products came into force today. The new excise duty of £2.20 per 10ml on all vaping liquids manufactured in or imported into the UK could increase the price of vapes and help reduce their affordability for young people. Read more - bit.ly/4hX0zsA

Today, as a member of NCD Alliance Scotland, we're supporting the launch of the 'Health Under Influence' report which is shining a light on industry tactics and their implications for public health and protecting Scotland’s health. Read the report: www.bhf.org.uk/-/media/File...

Our September e-newsletter is bursting with content on the Tobacco and Vapes Act consultation, updated school resources, news about our poll for a ban on vape flavours and a new joint report. Sign up here to get it straight to your inbox - bit.ly/4aJlmJG

The @childrenparliament.bsky.social's Human Rights Defenders' and ASH Scotland are calling for sweet and fruity flavoured vapes to be banned in Scotland. Read more here - bit.ly/4ip67gl

Our second webinar on the UK wide consultation on tobacco and vapes appearance and design takes place on Wednesday 9 September with a focus on retail displays and marketing of nicotine products. Sign up here to attend - bit.ly/4gACKEU

Look out for our latest TCRG #newsletter landing in inboxes this morning. September's update contains details of all our recent #research and #TobaccoTactics pages. 🖱️ Sign up to our mailing list: bath.us19.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=... 👀 Read the latest newsletter: mailchi.mp/77f9a6731bf4...

We have two upcoming online events on Wednesday 2 and Wednesday 9 September exploring evidence related to the UK Government's proposals in its four nations consultation on restricting the packaging and retail displays of tobacco and vaping products. Sign up here - bit.ly/4gACKEU

We're hosting two online events in early September providing research insights relating to proposed vape packaging and retail display restrictions in the UK Government's consultation. The first webinar is on Wednesday 2 September. Find out more and sign up to attend here: bit.ly/4gACKEU

With our nicotine use and mental health survey are are aiming to gather insights from real life experiences to inform the production of resources to help support people addicted to nicotine. Respond to the survey here - bit.ly/4pG9Lnq

Nicotine Use Mental Health Survey - ASH Scotland

To help us produce resources and support for people who use nicotine products, we're gathering real life responses. This mental health survey is open to people of all ages.

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Our Smoking in Scotland information briefing has been updated with new figures and stats. If you're looking for information on smoking related deprivation, inequalities and prevalence in Scotland, find the details in our briefing - bit.ly/3yN6ehi

In part two of our interview, Dr Erin Roman, Director of @partnershipfree.bsky.social talks to us about good practice examples of implementing smoke and aerosol-free spaces in Europe. Watch here - www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-gT...

In our latest 'ASH Scotland talks: Dr Erin Roman' video we interview the Director of @partnershipfree.bsky.social to learn more about how her background in economics helps to counter the tobacco industry's tactics. Watch part 1 here - youtu.be/5YnVawinM90

ASH Scotland talks: Erin Roman. Part 1 Economics and tobacco control

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We're looking for someone to join our team as a part-time Development Officer. Take a look at the job description and find out how to apply here - bit.ly/3Zq7eTg The closing date for applications is 27 August 2026.

Sign up for alerts about our upcoming events! ASH Scotland will be hosting a series of online events to keep you up to speed on the government consultations as part of the Tobacco and Vapes Act implementation. Register here to get the details of our events - bit.ly/4gw1fEV

Do you want to see vapes in plain packaging and hidden behind shops counters? Read more about the UK-wide consultation on the appearance, packaging and display of recreational nicotine products. Check out the measures proposed to restrict these addictive health harming products - bit.ly/4vjxZFm

One of our most popular information briefings has been updated with the most recent 2026 figures. Take a look at our Cost of Smoking information briefing and see how the price of smoking has changed and the savings that can be made when stopping smoking - bit.ly/3WRZyrV

Interested in attending our events and learning days this year? Let us know ⬇️ bit.ly/4gw1fEV Fill out our form to stay informed about our upcoming events!

Take a look at our new factsheet detailing smoking rates according to different communities and population groups in Scotland. You can find info about smoking on - economic activity - sexual orientation - education level - and more! Find it here - bit.ly/4ev0nOm

ASH Scotland commented on a new report published by @tsscot.bsky.social showing more than one in seven retail premises sold cigarettes, and more than one in five sold vapes to an underage trading standards volunteer. Read the full story on the SCOTSS website - scotss.org

Stopping smoking is one step you can take to reduce your risk of developing dementia. Find evidence of the link between smoking and dementia risk and details about how to support people with dementia who smoke in our new factsheet. bit.ly/4eTLdEa

Today marks the first anniversary of Scotland's ban on disposable vapes! Together with @lesswastelaura.bsky.social @mcsuk.bsky.social and @keepscotbeautiful.bsky.social, we're reflecting on the progress and challenges to reduce smoking and nicotine products litter. Read more bit.ly/4nZP2Kk

We've created a guide to the Tobacco and Vapes Act for young people. You can find details of the legislation, FAQs and information about how this will impact youths in Scotland. Find it here - bit.ly/4nERhm8

Our next Youth Conversations Hub event focuses on fire safety and nicotine products. If you work with young people in Scotland and want to learn more about this topic, you can sign up here to attend - bit.ly/3W5CULx

Youth Conversations Hub - ASH Scotland

Our Youth Conversations Hub is a space for youth organisations to share learning and resources about smoking and vaping for young people.

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Want to broaden your knowledge on nicotine pouches? We have a new e-learning module. Find out more about the health effects and the regulatory changes coming to Scotland. Access here - bit.ly/4pmQhmx