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A ‘victory for law abiding vape businesses’ | Viewpoint: John Dunne

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The inclusion of powers to introduce a licensing scheme for vape retailers as part of the Tobacco & Vapes Bill is a victory for law abiding vape businesses. The UKVIA welcomes the news that the government has included powers to introduce a licensing scheme for…

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