Smoking6 hrs agoChildren ban and tax blamed for vape shop closureVape shop owner says ban on under-18s entering the store caused a "major blow" to his business.6 hrs ago5 Aug 2026Advert banned for glamorising smokingA fashion brand has had an advert banned for "glamorising smoking".5 Aug 20264 Aug 2026Fashion brand Jaded has ad banned for 'glamorising smoking'The advertising watchdog said Jaded London's marketing email made smoking seem appealing.4 Aug 202610 Jul 2026Vapes to have less enticing names and flavours to protect childrenPeople are being consulted about plans to stop vape companies using enticing flavour descriptions that "attract" children into experimenting.10 Jul 20262 Jul 2026Hospital smokers say there is nowhere to goNHS group has declared hospitals in Hull and Grimsby "smoke-free", but many people ignore the ban.2 Jul 20261 Jul 2026Rivals cast used fake cigarettes due to Wales smoking banOliver Chris said the cast were confused when they were handed plastic cigarettes on set. 1 Jul 202629 Jun 2026British American Tobacco to cut 9,000 jobsThe company had said earlier this year it was planning savings to make it "more digital and AI-focused".29 Jun 202619 Jun 2026Number of pregnant smokers hits record lowFewer pregnant women across the Humber and North Yorkshire are smoking, according to NHS data.19 Jun 202615 May 2026Smokers offered free app to help them quitAcross the region there are around 562,000 smokers.15 May 2026...
