The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which makes it illegal to sell tobacco to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009, has been granted Royal Assent today, meaning todays children will never legally be sold Tobacco and Vapes Bill Published; Detail on Vape Restrictions Yet to be Confirmed ACS The Association of Convenience Stores UK Tobacco & Vapes Bill Passes House of Lords The Association Of Directors of Public Health (UK) posted on the topic LinkedIn Department Our Tobacco and Vapes Bill will protect the public, NHS and economy from the harms of smoking. We plan to: ban smoking outside schools, children's playgrounds and hospitals