Simple terms explainer
Local authorities must ensure that all sellers of tobacco and nicotine vapour products are registered with the Scottish Government before supplying or selling these products. Trading Standards Officers are responsible for checking compliance with the registration requirement and have the power to issue fixed penalty notices where retailers fail to register as required.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Trading Standards
Duty type
Compliance
Social determinant of health
Health and Social Care
Emerging policy and legislation
1
National bodies with shared interest
Society of Chief Officers of Trading Standards in Scotland (SCOTSS)
Standards and frameworks
2