2023-10-11 17:45:38
“Again, we are doing what we promised,” underlined Prime Minister Alexander De Croo (Open Vld) during a press conference surrounded by his seven deputy prime ministers and the Secretary of State for the Budget. , Alexia Bertrand.
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On the tax front, various measures have been agreed, some of which aim “to make the broadest shoulders contribute”, according to the Minister of Finance, Vincent Van Peteghem (CD&V).
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The government has therefore notably announced an increase in excise duties on tobacco and substitute products, which should bring in around 50 million euros. The exact price per pack of cigarettes will depend on manufacturers’ promotional actions, and has not been specified.
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In addition to increasing taxes, another important measure is to accompany cigarette packets with a leaflet containing information on the dangers of tobacco, reports Gondola. This initiative aims to increase consumer awareness of the risks associated with smoking. Cimabel, the federation of cigarette manufacturers, is opposed to this notice requirement, believing that it would be more effective to use social networks to reach a younger audience.
On the other hand, the Cancer Foundation supports the idea of providing notices, believing that they are more effective and targeted than traditional media campaigns. The government will determine the content of the leaflets, while the tobacco industry will have to finance them.
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In addition, the Belgian government plans to strengthen the regulation of electronic cigarettes. A ban on disposable electronic cigarettes is also being prepared, declared the Minister of Health, Frank Vandenbroucke.
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