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A ban on the display of cigarettes and other tobacco products in large shops in Scotland has come into force.
Public Health Minister Michael Matheson said the move will help prevent young people from taking up smoking.
Under the Tobacco and Primary Medical Services (Scotland) Act 2010, the sale of cigarettes from vending machines is also banned.
Stores that do not comply could be convicted of a criminal offence or receive a fixed penalty fine.
England, Wales and Northern Ireland have already brought in similar bans to prevent large stores from displaying cigarettes and tobacco.
The Scottish government's Tobacco Control Strategy also supports the introduction of standardised packaging.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-22332048
Public Health Minister Michael Matheson said the move will help prevent young people from taking up smoking.
Under the Tobacco and Primary Medical Services (Scotland) Act 2010, the sale of cigarettes from vending machines is also banned.
Stores that do not comply could be convicted of a criminal offence or receive a fixed penalty fine.
England, Wales and Northern Ireland have already brought in similar bans to prevent large stores from displaying cigarettes and tobacco.
The Scottish government's Tobacco Control Strategy also supports the introduction of standardised packaging.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-22332048
