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New Graphic Warnings on Cigarette Packets Introduced on 1 October 2008
The UK is the first country in the EU to introduce graphic picture warnings on cigarette packets. The new warnings, which include pictures of rotting teeth and lungs, throat cancer, and a 'flaccid cigarette', will replace the written warnings currently featured on packs, which were introduced in January 2003.
By 1 October 2009 all cigarette packs sold in the UK must feature the warnings. This is to allow enough time for introducing the new warnings and sell-through of existing stock. Picture warnings will start appearing on all other tobacco products from 1 October 2010.
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