I responded to the Government of Estonia’s proposals to tighten restrictions on nicotine pouches. The proposed limits (4mg per gram of filler) would exclude 99% of the existing nicotine market. The result would be more smoking, more illicit trade, and risky workarounds.
Estonia proposes to stiffen regulation of nicotine pouches Read More
I responded to a European Commission “call for evidence” to inform the next iteration of the Tobacco Products Directive (TPD3). The consultation has been engineered to exclude support for tobacco harm reduction and marginalise the interests of the EU’s 100 million nicotine users.
Response to EU call for evidence and public questionnaire Read More
The current illegal tobacco and nicotine trade in Australia is a chaotic, lawless mess. I offer five points to help restore law-abiding normality.
Australian Senate hearing on illicit trade – my opening remarks Read More
Response to the Department of Health and Social Care consultation on widening the scope of places where smoking, vaping and heated tobacco products are used. I believe it should be a matter for property owners to decide.
England’s proposal for smoke-free and vape-free places Read More
Submission to FDA consultation on its draft guidance for authorisation of flavoured ENDS (vapes) via the PMTA route by Clive Bates, Stefanie Miller, Brad Rodu, Sally Satel, and David Sweanor
FDA consultation on guidance on authorisation of flavoured vapes Read More
I was interviewed by EU Perspective magazine about how officially endorsed misinformation will erode trust in the European Union, and lead to the unnecessary death and suffering of thousands of Europeans.
Interview on Euopean Commission nicotine policy and misinformation Read More
My short submission to Australia’s Senate inquiry into the Illicit tobacco crisis.
Australian Senate inquiry into illicit tobacco trade Read More
I joined a group of 23 European experts to write a letter of complaint about absurd statements made by Health Commissioner, Olivér Várhelyi.
Letter to European Commission on risk misinformation Read More