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Illegal trade operations result in revenue loss for lawful companies because they sell smuggled cigarettes and unlicensed goods, which makes their legitimate products more expensive through taxation

This chart shows current tobacco use in selected countries around the world using WHO estimates for 2022

Carrying any of these items could lead to seizure and penalties

Following the November 2025 tobacco duty rise and the Autumn Budget 2024 settlement, the average UK price for a pack of 20 cigarettes now sits between 15.90 and 16.80, with premium brands clearing 1718 a pack

Its also likely resulted in the police fielding many calls from concerned motorists who report other drivers smoking while behind the wheel