Tobacco Control Measures

Wednesday, 3 May 2023

Questions (408)

Louise O'Reilly

Question:

408. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 572 and 573 of 25 April 2023, if he is aware of research from the University of Bristol and Cambridge University (details supplied) which shows that people smoke more when smoking cigarettes from larger-size packs; if he will commission research into the link between larger packs of cigarettes and added consumption; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20385/23]

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Written answers

Minister for Health

I am aware of the referenced research examining the links between larger cigarette pack sizes and increased consumption. While there are no plans to commission research at this time my Department keeps the emerging evidence on pack sizes under review and is always open to identifying areas for future research that will support policy interventions to reduce the prevalence of smoking in the population.