The tobacco Age of Sale legislation is one of the biggest opportunities we've had to prevent cancer in over a decade.

See below, the thoughts of our Head of Public Affairs and Campaigns Shaun Walsh 👇

A very important message for MPs ahead of 2nd Reading tomorrow of The Tobacco & Vapes Bill.

A landmark opportunity for this Parliament to secure a #smokefreegeneration - a legacy to be proud of.

He is also reported in the article as saying:

‘he was not going to vote against the legislation and the motives to end smoking were “admirable”.’

#smokefreegeneration

Good to hear Victoria Atkins set out the case for a #smokefreelegislation on #bbclaurak

Smoking is responsible for 150 cancer case a day - that’s why Cancer Research UK backs the Bill

Want to make sure your MP does too?

Then use this link to ask for their support
cancerresearchuk.org/get-involved/s…

‘Even cigar-chomping Winston Churchill would see the sense in smoking ban’

Excellent from Victoria Atkins on #smokefreegeneration 👇

‘It will save lives, free up precious resources for the NHS – and, crucially, build a brighter future for our children.’

telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/04/1…

While Boris Johnson has described Rishi Sunak's proposal for a phased smoking ban as 'absolutely nuts', 62% of those who voted Tory in 2019 say they support banning smoking - either phasing it out or all at once

yougov.co.uk/topics/health/…

🆕New polling shows that the majority of small retailers support the government’s #SmokefreeGeneration policy. Over half of all retailers in England and Wales support raising the age of sale one year every year; nearly double the proportion opposed.
ash.org.uk/media-centre/n…

Coming back from 2-0 down only to be undone by a hand assisted goal.

These recent performances in games against clubs all chasing promotion ought to earn Clevs the job permanently. #WatfordFC

Happy Days 😀☀️

Johnny Marr. Magnificent.

His music, and, a lyric for our times:

‘I am human and I need to be loved, just like everybody else does’

We won’t beat cancer through research alone

We need politicians to play their part too

Follow the thread below to email your MP -ask them to support the Tobacco and Vapes Bill on Tuesday

It’ll be the best 5 minutes you spend on on a Friday to help secure a #smokefreegeneration

A stunning point for Peregrine falcon spotting at Symonds Yat Rock

Cancer waiting times: Latest updates & analysis from Cancer Research UK

Helping prevent ill health has to be key to reducing pressure on the NHS. It's why the Tobacco & Vapes Bill is such an important step in our drive to beat cancer #smokefreegeneration

news.cancerresearchuk.org/2024/04/11/can…

Boris’s ‘absolutely nuts’ comments on the smoking ban might’ve got a cheer amongst libertarians at the “Canada Strong and Free Networking Conference” in Ottawa.

But they are totally out of step with the public mood back in Blighty. 🇬🇧

thetimes.co.uk/article/561c5a…

Glorious green and lush Forest of Dean. Life affirming stuff.

CONTEXT: The conference our former PM spoke at was sponsored by tobacco industry. Today the audience he spoke to are literally supping with some of biggest cigarette manufacturers. Boris may be proud of this. I don't think most of British public are; or agree with him.

Public health measures remain popular. It requires political leadership to get them through. Gov should be commended for holding firm here

I’m going to make the fatal mistake of saying we are ‘mancitying’ Ipswich here… #watfordfc

April is #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth . It's important to know the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer.

If you notice something unusual for you, or changes that haven't gone away, talk to your doctor.

Share this to help raise awareness of the most common bowel cancer symptoms 🔁

Loving Raglan Castle in the rain