Simple terms explainer

Local authorities must enforce requirements governing the promotion and display of tobacco products, including the display of price lists and restrictions on open tobacco displays within business premises. This includes ensuring that retailers comply with legislation designed to limit the visibility and promotion of tobacco products. Trading Standards Officers have powers to issue fixed penalty notices where breaches are identified and, where a retailer commits multiple relevant offences within a specified time period, may apply to the Sheriff Court for a banning order restricting the sale of tobacco products from the premises.