From “Risk Assessment” to “Proportionate Regulation”: The UK Department of Health Reconsiders its Policy on Nicotine Pouches

Recently, the UK Department of Health acknowledged in a public statement that nicotine pouches pose a lower risk compared to traditional combustible tobacco products. Based on this assessment, the UK stated that future regulation of these products will follow the principle of being “evidence-based and proportionate.” This statement quickly attracted attention and is seen as […]