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DHSC’s attendance at the tenth Conference of the Parties of the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control
18 March 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO) led the UK delegation at COP10 in Panama City to discuss international tobacco control measures.
Action Requested
The DCMO confirmed that legislation will be introduced shortly, clarified the UK's stance on heated tobacco products, and highlighted the commitment to the WHO FCTC Article 5.3 protecting public health policies from tobacco industry influence.
Key Facts
- COP10 took place in Panama City between 5 and 10 February.
- The DCMO confirmed that legislation will be introduced shortly regarding tobacco control.
- Heated tobacco products are regulated as a tobacco product in the UK, covered by strict advertising bans, and included in the new smokefree generation policy.
- COP10 adopted decisions related to environmental protection from tobacco harms and cross-border tobacco advertising.
- The Panama Declaration highlighted conflicts between tobacco industry interests and public health.
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