Smoking crackdown, regulator for football club, Netflix rules: Nine key points from King Charles' speech
In a address delivered during the ceremonial State Opening of Parliament, Britain's Conservative government presented a pre-election policy agenda. The speech, authored by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's administration, outlined plans for tougher sentences for serious crimes and aspirations for economic revival.
While the government underscored the need for challenging yet essential long-term decisions to foster positive change, critics from opposition parties and business circles deemed the speech lacking in substantial measures to stimulate a sluggish economy.
Given the context of an imminent national election, this address served as Sunak's inaugural opportunity to unveil significant legislative objectives since assuming the position of prime minister slightly over a year ago. The previous parliamentary session commenced in May 2022 under the premiership of Boris Johnson, during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
Here's what constituted the King's Speech:
Cigarette sales ban and vaping crackdown
Rishi Sunak aims to cement his legacy with the introduction of the «first smoke-free generation,» marked by the implementation of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
As per the bill's provisions, individuals born on or after January 1, 2009, will be prohibited from legally purchasing cigarettes. The government also plans to address vaping, especially concerning sales to minors, by restricting flavors and descriptions, as well as altering packaging standards.
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