Tag: Bans

Brickbat: Puff? Pass.

The Maldives has banned anyone born on or after January 1, 2007, from buying, using, or selling tobacco. The health ministry says the ban "applies to all forms of tobacco, and retailers are required to verify age prior…

Brickbat: No Sugar Tonight

In England, the government has banned "buy one get one free" deals and other multi-buy promotions on foods high in fat, salt and sugar, in its latest push to tackle childhood obesity. The rules also include a…