Tobacco Warning Issued

Saturday, 31 January 2015 00:05

Fewer children are attempting to buy tobacco in shops, however they're turning to adults.

Anyone caught buying cigarettes for a child faces a fine of up to £200 and failure to pay could lead to court action.

Trading Standards officers here there's been a 27% reduction in the number of shop purchases since 2010.

Around 500 awareness posters are being distributed to registered tobacco retailers in Fife, for display in their shops.

Dawn Adamson, Lead Officer explains: "We are supporting responsible retailers in the fight against proxy sales of tobacco to children. We know this practice is a real problem for shops and want to highlight the
legal implications and make sure the public are aware of the penalties they could face."