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How upcoming nicotine products consultations will impact c-stores | Viewpoint: Tolga Kilic

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With government preparing to introduce a wide package of regulatory reforms for nicotine products, including vapes, convenience stores will soon be entering a period of significant transition. For many retailers, nicotine products are a key category, so the outcome of these changes will directly affect…

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