Liz Truss Leads Tory Revolt On ‘Un-Conservative’ Plans For A ‘Stealth’ Ban On Buying Cigarettes

Rishi Sunak is facing another revolt over his ‘un-Conservative’ plans for a ‘rolling’ ban on buying cigarettes.

Former prime minister Liz Truss is one of the prominent individuals attempting to thwart legislation that would raise the legal age of tobacco product purchases.

In an attempt to regain the upper hand, Mr Sunak is promoting the actions together with a fresh crackdown on youth vaping.

The proposals would ban the sale of tobacco products to those born on or after January 1, 2009, meaning any child who turns 15 this year will never be legally sold cigarettes.

The motion has the support of Labour, so Parliament will virtually probably pass it. But the administration is prepared for a major rebellion from members of parliament who are disturbed by the ‘nanny state’ measures.

Ms Truss said ministers ‘should not be seeking to extend the nanny state’.

She added, ‘While the state has a duty to protect children from harm, in a free society, adults must be able to make their own choices about their own lives.

‘Banning the sale of tobacco products to anyone born in 2009 or later will create an absurd situation where adults enjoy different rights based on their birthdate.’

Mr Sunak is facing a number of rebellions about the Rwanda deportation plan and is finding it difficult to contain growing Tory discontent with his leadership.

Simon Clarke, a former Cabinet minister, came out of hiding last week to warn that Mr Sunak has to be replaced to prevent Labour from crushing the party in the election.

Disposable vapes are set to be outlawed in the UK as part of a comprehensive plan to curb minors’ use of nicotine products.

Powers will also be introduced to restrict flavours specifically marketed to children and to ensure manufacturers produce plainer packaging.

Presently available tastes include pineapple ice, triple melon, pink lemonade, and cherry cola. They are presented in a variety of vivid hues.

The limits, which are anticipated to take effect at the end of 2024 or the beginning of 2025, will be implemented by the government using the authority already granted by the Environmental Protection Act.

Vapes must be kept out of sight, and retailers that sell vapes to minors unlawfully will now be subject to new “on the spot” fines.

With Rishi Sunak as Prime Minister, there’s nothing left for anyone to enjoy anymore.

The UK is falling apart and Rishi Sunak wants to bring this in as one of his priorities.

Scotland and Wales, which have devolved powers, are taking similar action.

Vapes, cigarettes, alcohol—it won’t be long before he bans bacon. Can you see the nature of our enslavement?

Rishi Sunak should be reducing violent crimes in the UK, which is out of control, and what about all the boat people coming here and living off benefits?

So, apart from allowing the UK to be flooded with potential terrorists arriving by boat. Dragging us into World War III and energy prices basically killing off the old and vulnerable, Rish Sunk diverts our attention by banning disposable vapes and the sale of cigarettes to certain age groups.

Is this to keep youngsters healthy for his planned battle, or has he fully lost his mind? Before they cause any more harm, Sadiq Khan and Rishi Sunak ought to be taken out of office.

In any case, the ban is unworkable. Youngsters will merely ask for someone else to purchase them. Furthermore, who will replenish the government’s coffers with the lost tobacco tax revenue? Maybe a higher income tax.