scholarly journals Tobacco retail licencing systems in Europe

2021 ◽  
pp. tobaccocontrol-2020-055910
Author(s):  
Mirte A G Kuipers ◽  
Paulien A W Nuyts ◽  
Marc C Willemsen ◽  
Anton E Kunst
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Tobacco Control ◽  
Child Protection ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Public Support ◽  
Political Support ◽  
Point Of Sale ◽  
Tobacco Control Policies ◽  
Minimum Age

Tobacco retailer licencing has been recommended as an effective tobacco control strategy. In most European countries, however, retailers do not need a licence to sell tobacco products. We aimed to stimulate a discussion on the potential for tobacco retail licencing in Europe by describing (1) potential public health benefits, (2) licencing methods and (3) barriers and success factors in adoption of licencing systems. There is limited scientific evidence, but tobacco retail licencing may reduce smoking in three ways: (1) improved enforcement of and compliance to existing point-of-sale tobacco control policies (eg, minimum age of sale), (2) a reduction in the number and/or density of tobacco retail outlets and (3) denormalisation of tobacco. Licencing systems may take diverse forms. Systems may make licences expensive, and set criteria for purchasing a licence and retaining the licence after first purchase. In Europe, licencing systems have been implemented in Finland, Hungary, France, Italy and Spain. Licencing in Finland and Hungary was adopted for public health reasons; in Finland, with strong public support. In France, Italy and Spain, tobacco sales were state-monopolised, driven by economic motives. The cases of Norway and Scotland show that adoption of retail licencing may fail when political support is insufficient and tobacco retailers organise opposition with support from the tobacco industry. In conclusion, tobacco retailer licencing is a promising method to contribute to tobacco control efforts. Placing tobacco retailer licencing in a child protection framework may help generate the strong political and public support needed to effectively adopt licencing systems.

Public support for tobacco control policies: The role of the protection of children against tobacco

Health Policy ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 122 (8) ◽  
pp. 929-935 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas G. Kuijpers ◽  
Marc C. Willemsen ◽  
Anton E. Kunst
Keyword(s):  
Tobacco Control ◽  
Public Support ◽  
Control Policies ◽  
Tobacco Control Policies

Compliance With Point-of-Sale Tobacco Control Policies in School-Adjacent Neighborhoods in Mumbai, India

2015 ◽  
Vol 30 (6) ◽  
pp. 433-440 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ritesh Mistry ◽  
Sharmila Pimple ◽  
Gauravi Mishra ◽  
Prakash C. Gupta ◽  
Mangesh Pednekar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tobacco Control ◽  
Control Policies ◽  
Point Of Sale ◽  
Tobacco Control Policies

scholarly journals Tobacco Control in Hospitals in Jordan: Policy Analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 91
Author(s):  
Maha Alkaid Albqoor, RN, MPH, MSN, PhD
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Tobacco Control ◽  
Health Care Facilities ◽  
Smoking Prevention ◽  
Health Policies ◽  
Public Health Policies ◽  
Tobacco Control Policies ◽  
Care Facilities ◽  
Tobacco Epidemic ◽  
Effective Public Health

<p><em>Despite the concerns about very high rates of smoking in Jordanian population and the growing efforts to combat the tobacco epidemic, smoking at hospitals in Jordan and the poor complying with smoking prevention policies are important aspects of the problem. The paper examined the scope </em><em>and the progress </em><em>of smoking problem in Jordanian hospitals, </em><em>recognized public health policies on tobacco control </em><em>in hospitals in Jordan, and explored the obstacles in applying tobacco control policies in hospitals. The paper also proposed some recommendations for effective public health policies that regulate tobacco smoking in hospitals and other health care facilities in Jordan.</em></p>

Prevalence of second-hand tobacco smoke in relation to smoke-free legislation in the European Union

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
S Schiavone ◽  
C Anderson ◽  
U Mons ◽  
V Winkler
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
European Union ◽  
Tobacco Control ◽  
Smoking Status ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Second Hand Smoke ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Control Policies ◽  
Tobacco Control Policies ◽  
Shs Exposure

Abstract Background Second-hand smoke (SHS) is still an important public health problem. With joining the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), all parties acknowledged the health risks of SHS and agreed to implement policies to protect their populations from SHS in public places. The aim of this study was to explore the SHS exposure in restaurants and bars as well as its associations with smoke-free legislation in the European Union. Methods Data of Eurobarometer surveys 2014 and 2017 were used to estimate prevalence of SHS exposure. We also extracted data on individual confounders such as smoking status, gender, sex, age and information on social economic status. Additionally, we collected data on country specific data on smoking regulations in restaurants and bars from the Tobacco Control Scale to analyse associations with SHS exposure using multilevel logistic regression. Smoking regulations were categorized into the following three categories: partial ban, comprehensive ban with minor exceptions, and complete ban. Results Preliminary results on the prevalence of SHS in restaurants showed a decrease from 11.8% (95% confidence intervals (CI) 11.2-12.5) in 2014 to 8.8% (95% CI 8.3-9.3) in 2017. The crude multilevel model controlling only for smoking prevalence resulted in an odds ratio of 0.39 (95% CI 0.19-0.77) for comprehensive ban with minor exceptions and 0.28 (95% CI 0.16-0.50) for complete ban versus partial ban. Odds ratios remained at significant levels when controlling for all available confounders. Conclusions Between 2014 and 2017, SHS exposure in restaurants decreased significantly. Furthermore, strong associations with smoking regulations were observed suggesting a high compliance. Many tobacco control policies have been introduced during the last years but several countries need to strengthen their smoke-free tobacco control policies to further reduce SHS exposure preventing death, disease and disability. Key messages SHS exposure remains a significant public health challenge. The implementation of effective measures could be strengthened through a convergence of tobacco control strategies and policies among European Union member states.

scholarly journals In favour of tobacco control? Former smokers’ support for tobacco policies

2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (6) ◽  
pp. 496-510 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tove Sohlberg
Keyword(s):  
Tobacco Control ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Public Support ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Indoor Environments ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Percentage Distribution ◽  
Tobacco Policies ◽  
Former Smokers ◽  
Over Time

Background: Tobacco control (TC) in Sweden is being continuously strengthened. Aims: The study aimed to examine attitudes towards different TC policies among former smokers, the difference between nicotine-free former smokers and those who use nicotine in the form of snus or nicotine replacement therapies (NRTs), and whether different TC strategies tend to become more acceptable over time. Methods: Respondents are part of a seven-year follow-up of former smokers in Sweden. Initially, 1400 respondents were contacted regarding participation and 705 answered a survey (response rate 50%). The present study used cross-sectional data on attitudes towards different TC policies and respondent’s level of support were measured on a 4-point scale. Analyses consist of percentage distribution of level of agreement, in total and between nicotine-free individuals and users of nicotine in the form of snus or NRTs, as well as logistic regressions in order to predict the odds for supporting the different policies. In addition, a percentage distribution of support for different policies introduced during different time-periods is shown. Results: There is an overall support for smoke-free environments. Nicotine users are, however, overall slightly more opposed, especially to policies aiming at denormalising smoking. Public support is important for successful implementation but resistance can pass, and interventions tend to become more acceptable over time. Conclusion: While smoke-free indoor environments can be justified by scientific evidence of harm to others, bans against smoking outdoors might be experienced as intrusive. Policies need to rest on scientific arguments and be seen as appropriate actions, underlining the importance of information for successful implementations.

scholarly journals The Impact of State Preemption of Local Smoking Restrictions on Public Health Protections and Changes in Social Norms

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul D. Mowery ◽  
Steve Babb ◽  
Robin Hobart ◽  
Cindy Tworek ◽  
Allison MacNeil
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Tobacco Control ◽  
Secondhand Smoke ◽  
Public Support ◽  
Local Policy ◽  
Public Places ◽  
Smoking Restrictions ◽  
Smoke Free Policy ◽  
Multiple Data ◽  
The Impact

Introduction. Preemption is a legislative or judicial arrangement in which a higher level of government precludes lower levels of government from exercising authority over a topic. In the area of smoke-free policy, preemption typically takes the form of a state law that prevents communities from adopting local smoking restrictions.Background. A broad consensus exists among tobacco control practitioners that preemption adversely impacts tobacco control efforts. This paper examines the effect of state provisions preempting local smoking restrictions in enclosed public places and workplaces.Methods. Multiple data sources were used to assess the impact of state preemptive laws on the proportion of indoor workers covered by smoke-free workplace policies and public support for smoke-free policies. We controlled for potential confounding variables.Results. State preemptive laws were associated with fewer local ordinances restricting smoking, a reduced level of worker protection from secondhand smoke, and reduced support for smoke-free policies among current smokers.Discussion. State preemptive laws have several effects that could impede progress in secondhand smoke protections and broader tobacco control efforts.Conclusion. Practitioners and advocates working on other public health issues should familiarize themselves with the benefits of local policy making and the potential impact of preemption.

scholarly journals Public support in Paraguay for tobacco control policies

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 11-16
Author(s):  
Rodrigo Ramalho ◽  
Claudia Raquel Samudio ◽  
Federico Javier González Martínez ◽  
Clarisse Díaz-Reissner
Keyword(s):  
Tobacco Control ◽  
Public Support ◽  
Control Policies ◽  
Tobacco Control Policies
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