Support to fight illicit trade

Japan Tobacco International (JTI) has called on the UK Government for further support in cracking down on illicit trade.

New look for tobacco pack

Tobacco company Philip Morris Limited has made over the packs in its Chesterfield range. The new design for Chesterfield Red, Blue and Menthol packs features...

Cigar released at the double

SCANDINAVIAN Tobacco Group has launched a new dual filter cigarillo.
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Swedish flavour lands

Swedish Match, the firm behind nicotine pouch brand Zyn, has rolled out two new flavours to the UK market
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Expect change

In the early days of e-cigarettes and vaping it seemed important for products to resemble traditional smoking. Now we have a much more complex...
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Revamp for disposables

Geek Bar has revamped one of its vape ranges as part of wider plans to increase its market share in the UK.

JTI launches TPD2 plan

BIG changes come to tobacco manufacturing this May and major changes will affect tobacco retailers a year later thanks to the implementation of the...
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Vaping display of ignorance

Some of Scotland’s most disadvantaged people would be hindered from quitting smoking if Holyrood goes ahead with plans to ban vaping product displays in shops.
TMA director Ruper Lewis addressed delegates at the SGF's crime seminar.

Fears voiced over phased generational ban

The Tobacco Manufacturers’ Association (TMA) has spoken out about independent retailers’ concerns at the prospect of a phased generational ban on buying tobacco products.
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Adults turn to c-stores in lockdown

Tobacco sales in UK convenience stores have been on the rise under lockdown, according to Bestway Wholesale.

Prepare for the new generation

UNDER UK law that follows the EU directive known as EUTPD2, from 20 May 2017 it will be illegal in the UK to sell...
Break Little Cigars come in cigarette-style hard packets, price-marked and plain. A pack of 17 retails at £4.59.

Little cigars to break the mould?

A mini cigar that is packaged like a cigarette and designed to attract cigarette smokers is the latest entrant to the value end of...
Swan Crushballs come in slim, vertical packs to efficiently maximise space on shelf.

Republic Technologies UK highlights consumer label loyalty

Stocking a recognisable range of brands across tobacco accessories can be a good way for convenience retailers to drive up sales, says Republic Technologies UK.

JTI launches new trade platform

JTI has rolled out an updated and improved independent retailer focussed platform with JTI 360, offering the latest news updates and prize opportunities.
Vape Shop Maidstone

The birth of a vape nation

Current estimates from the UKVIA put the number of vaping stores in the UK at 2,000
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Speaking up for the vape industry

UKVIA director John Dunne discusses Vapril, new restrictions on advertising and best practices