Tobacco Bill could raise business costs, Perak warns parliament
The Pubs, Entertainment and Restaurants Association of Kenya (Perak) has petitioned the National Assembly regarding the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill 2024. They argue that proposed regulations, such as flavor bans and new licensing requirements, could increase business costs and encourage illicit trade.
Why it matters
The conflict highlights the tension between public health policy and the economic interests of the hospitality sector in Kenya.
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The Pubs, Entertainment and Restaurants Association of Kenya (Perak) has warned that proposed changes to tobacco and nicotine regulation could increase the cost of doing business and place additional pressure on traders if enacted without broader consultation.
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