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New law banning smoking in cars with children present introduced

New laws which ban smoking in vehicles where children are present have been introduced in Northern Ireland. It brings the law into line with other regions of the UK and the Republic of Ireland. Health Minister Robin Swann said: “I am delighted to ...

02 Feb 2022 at 11:23

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Retailers feel impact of record year for large-scale tobacco smuggling

A significant spike in major seizures of cigarette and tobacco products in 2021, suggests that the black market being exploited by crime gangs is more lucrative than ever. That’s according to Retailers Against Smuggling (RAS) reflecting on one ...

29 Dec 2021 at 12:11

Northern Ireland

Government’s tobacco ban plan to be extended to Northern Ireland, Swann confirms

Government plans to protect children’s health by banning single-use vapes are to be extended to Northern Ireland, subject to approval by the Stormont Assembly. Health Minister Robin Swann confirmed the region will be included in Westminster’s ...

05 Mar 2024 at 10:09

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Derry smokers urged to quit this No Smoking Month

No Smoking Month is fast approaching, and the Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus Northern Ireland are encouraging smokers to ‘Make March Your Month to Quit’. Smoking is the single most entirely preventable cause of ill-health, ...

29 Feb 2024 at 15:00

National News

Smoker of 40 years finally quits, but you may be surprised how they did it

03 Jan 2024 at 11:53

Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland included in public consultation on vaping and tobacco rules

Northern Ireland will be involved in the UK-wide consultation on tobacco and vaping rules, the Department of Health has said. The department said it has a long-standing strategic aim for a tobacco-free Northern Ireland. In the ...

12 Oct 2023 at 00:01

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County Derry church closes due to 'extensive smoke damage'

A Magherafelt church has been forced to close its doors temporarily due to extensive smoke damage. The Church of St John, Milltown closed at the weekend after the inside of the building was damaged by smoke caused by a ...

16 Nov 2022 at 13:00

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Mobuoy toxins reaching Faughan

The now notorious Mobuoy superdump on the outskirts of Derry City covers an area of 115 acres, the equivalent of 87 soccer pitches. Bounded to the west by the River Faughan, a designated Area of Special Scientific ...

30 Jan 2023 at 12:55

National News

'Awful news' - Popular Dublin Airport restaurant announces closure until next year

02 Nov 2024 at 13:00

Northern Ireland

TUV MP rejects minister’s assurances smoking ban will apply in Northern Ireland

A minister has insisted that Government plans to create a “smoke-free generation” will apply in Northern Ireland, amid unionist concerns. Health minister Andrew Gwynne sought to assure TUV leader Jim ...

26 Nov 2024 at 18:52

Northern Ireland

Rishi Sunak ‘disappointed’ Bill to ban smoking shelved before election

Rishi Sunak has said he is “disappointed” that his flagship Bill banning young people from ever being able to smoke tobacco legally will not pass before Parliament shuts down on Friday ahead of the ...

24 May 2024 at 16:44

Derry News

Health concerns for people queuing outside retails outlets: Cooper

Derry Sinn Féin Councillor Mickey Cooper has appealed to people who are social distancing in queues outside retail outlets in the city to think of the health of other people standing in the queue. ...

29 Apr 2020 at 14:34

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