There are three main changes which will affect the
regulation of the vape industry in the event of a no deal
Brexit, as confirmed by MPs in January.
1. The Australian Government will provide the graphic imagery
used in warnings contained on tobacco product packaging. A
deal between both governments has arranged for this to be
done free of charge.
2. The UK will need to develop its own domestic notification
systems for companies that wish to sell tobacco products and
e-cigarettes on the UK market.
3. A transfer of powers will be required from the EU Commission
to the government’s Secretary of State. The EU Commission
currently holds a range of powers under the TPD that enable
it to respond to emerging threats, changing safety and quality
standards, and technological advances. If there is a no deal
Brexit, these will be overseen in London from March 29.
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