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PML survey: Retailers fear cost of living could boost illicit tobacco consumption

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Survey data from KAM on behalf of Philip Morris Limited (PML), has revealed the growing concern among convenience retailers have that the current cost-of-living crisis will fuel a rise in the consumption of cheap, illicit cigarettes in the UK in 2023. PML asked 250 UK convenience retailers a series of questions on what trends may …

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