Russian lawmakers call for inspection of e-cigarette and tobacco kiosks

Mar.25

Russian lawmakers demand inspection of e-cigarette and tobacco kiosks to ensure law enforcement amid concerns over targeting youth.

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Russian lawmakers demand inspection of e-cigarette and tobacco product kiosks to ensure law enforcement.
Vending kiosks are often located on routes that students must take to school, using marketing strategies to attract young people, which has raised concerns in society.
This issue is national in scope, and lawmakers are urging action to protect the health of young people.

According to a report from Tass on March 25th, Russian State Duma member Evgeni Marchenko has submitted an application to the Russian Federation's Prosecutor General Igor Krasnov requesting inspections of kiosks selling e-cigarettes and tobacco products in various regions of Russia.

The lawmaker requested in a letter that the Attorney General instruct regional prosecutors to inspect the enforcement of laws related to protecting citizens' health from the effects of tobacco smoke, including regulations on tobacco and nicotine product advertising, as well as the legality of these mobile vendors. The letter specifically calls for a focus on examining the legality of non-fixed commercial locations that sell tobacco and nicotine products.

According to Merkel, a resident of the Vyborg district of St. Petersburg complained about a sales kiosk in the area selling e-cigarettes and tobacco products. The kiosk is located on a route that students take to school, near daily convenience stores, public transport stops, and subway stations.

Marčenko stated that this issue is national in scope, with similar violations occurring in various regions. Retailers of tobacco and nicotine-containing products are employing aggressive marketing tactics, including vibrant lighting and graphic designs, which are particularly appealing to young people. These sales outlets are often located near entertainment venues popular among youth, raising greater societal concerns.

References:

[1] Депутат ГД попросил Генпрокуратуру проверить торгующие вейпами ларьки в регионах

Also Read:

[1] Russian Government Discussing Tobacco Market Reform to Reduce Illicit Trade

[2] New Law in Russia Increases Penalties for Selling Tobacco to Minors

[3] Russian State Duma Rejects Smoking Ban in Public Areas

[4] Large-scale e-cigarette crackdown in Tver region by law enforcement

[5] Russian Government Increases Fines for Selling Tobacco to Minors

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