Study Shows Poor Scots Spend Third of Income on Tobacco

According to a report from the "Action on Smoking and Health" organization, nearly one-third of the income of poorer families in Scotland is spent on tobacco.

According to an analysis by the health organization, by 2023, the lowest-income group in the country will be spending 29.4% of their income on tobacco products, which is approximately nine times the amount spent by the highest-income group at 3.35%.

According to the study, by 2023, at least two smokers from low-income households will be spending over £6,000 (approximately RMB 49,841) on tobacco, which would account for 73.5% of their income.

Sheila Duffy, CEO of the Scottish Health Action on Smoking and Health, stated that "tobacco is a major cause of inequality, and our 2023 forecast data released today emphasizes the increasing demand for smoking cessation services in the Scottish National Health Service. Better resources and promotion are needed to support individuals in quitting smoking, especially in communities facing the greatest challenges.

In response to the investigative findings, the Scottish Smoking and Health Association has called for increased smoking cessation support in low-income communities.

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A recent study has found that financially disadvantaged individuals in Scotland spend almost one-third of their income on tobacco.