The British Heart Foundation (BHF) has called on the UK Government to adopt plain cigarette packaging, after a recent study revealed that it makes it easier for people to smoke less or quit.
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The group, which conducted a survey for 2,700 people aged 16-25, found that more than 75% believe that plain packaging, with large health warnings in bold letters and no branding, may prevent people from smoking.
Nearly 25% said that one branded cigarette pack was less harmful compared to another based on the packet design alone.
The study observed that nearly 16% prefer to buy designer package of cigarettes, while 12% responded that they would like to buy branded cigarette as it was considered ‘cool’.
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In addition, 87% of the those who took part said that plain package is less attractive and does not provoke a purchase compared to branded packs. It could also make a significant contribution in discouraging young smokers.
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Caption: The study found that [lain package of cigarettes is less attractive compared to branded packs. Image courtesy of hinnamsaisuy.
