New Zealand’s newly elected government repealed the ‘Smoking ban’ decision.
New Zealand’s newly-elected government has reversed the decision to ban smoking for the new generation.
The smoking ban in New Zealand was started to save lives and prevent youths from taking up smoking.
The anti-smoking law prohibited the sale of tobacco to individuals born on or after January 1, 2009. It was scheduled to be implemented from July 2024.
The law includes fines of up to NZD 150,000 (NZD 96,000) for violations.
The initial smoking ban in New Zealand received global acclaim from public health officials.
The smoking rate in New Zealand is the lowest in the world and is declining continuously.
