UK to Ban Cigarettes for Gen Z

In a historic move for public health, the British Parliament has approved legislation that will effectively raise the smoking age by one year every year.

The ban applies to anyone born on or after January 1, 2009, ensuring they can never legally purchase cigarettes in their lifetime.

Health Secretary Wes Streeting hailed the decision as a vital step in reducing preventable deaths and easing the long-term burden on the NHS. The bill also introduces stricter regulations on vaping and nicotine products to protect young people from addiction.