This government is taking action to protect people from the harms of smoking. , Smoking is the number one preventable cause of death, disability and ill health in the UK. , Todays reforms will phase Understanding the Tobacco and Vapes Bill Action on Smoking and Health The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has officially become law! This means that children growing up today will never legally be sold cigarettes, protecting them from a lifetime of addiction and health risks. Tobacco and Vapes Bill will save lives Nesbitt Department of Health