We’ve got 3 brand new virtual training courses -Tobacco Dependence Treatment: Advanced -Tobacco Leads and Commissioners -Service Managers Go to ncsct.co.uk for more info These courses will help make tobacco dependence services fit for the future

The NCSCT is launching a NEW service on 24th March 2026 to support local authorities to improve access to medications. We will do this by assisting with developing a Patient Group Direction (PGD), or by facilitating medication availability by alternative means. Go to [email protected]

Big cheer for all the Stop Smoking advisors out there on No Smoking Day, giving information to people who have had enough of smoking and want to find out the best ways to quit

In-depth look at cannabis and vaping among young people podcasts.ox.ac.uk/lets-talk-e-...

Good news about exempting mental health units from a ban on vape vending machines ash.org.uk/media-centre...

Training healthcare workers in smoking cessation really works! www.cochranelibrary.com/web/cochrane...

‘Social smoker’? It still counts metro.co.uk/2026/02/21/s...

The Smokefree Action Coalition is asking ppl to help create a national “No Regrets” moment on No Smoking Day, by producing and sharing short, authentic messages from real people - short videos (15–25 secs, filmed on a smartphone) - people who have quit smoking, advisors/clinicians. See ASH for more

The podcasters talk about how they conduct their living systematic review - a peep behind the scenes podcasts.ox.ac.uk/lets-talk-e-...

The National Smoke-free Pregnancy Incentives Scheme (NSPIS) will be extended for a further three financial years. The scheme has also been extended to include significant others. SATOD declined to 4.3% in Q2 2025/26, bringing us one step closer to giving every child a smokefree start in life.

Tackling illegal tobacco keeps crime out of communities www.asiantrader.biz/illegal-toba...

Keep vape liquids away from pets - prevention is better than cure www.vettimes.com/news/vets/sm...

We know that many people who smoke will be getting ready to stop for good this week. Best advice? Use a stop-smoking aid and some expert support. Studies show that those who do are most likely to succeed

Big thumbs-up to all the stop-smoking advisors getting ready to help people with their New Year Quit!

Have you ever wondered what it is like to be an intern at ASH? 🤔 💭 Our Public Affairs Intern Halle has shared her reflections from her internship, discussing the work that she has been involved in, and what makes an internship at ASH unique! 💡 Read her blog here: ash.org.uk/media-centre...

4️⃣ New data showed smoking rates continued to fall in 2025, with more people now vaping than smoking. Vaping has likely helped drive down smoking, which is v welcome. But uptake among non-smokers and young people remains a concern – we need swift Govt action in 2026. ash.org.uk/media-centre...

🚭Local councils are driving a record expansion in stop smoking support 🚭 NEW ASH data shows 90% now prioritise tobacco control and quit success is up 34% since 2022/23. A major step toward a smokefree future and an end to the harm from tobacco.

Small but exciting study of using vapes to help older people with COPD to stop smoking podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/l...

We now offer an FAQs page on our website that answers the most common technical and training questions that you may have. You can access it here: www.ncsct.co.uk/publications.... You can also ask questions via [email protected] Please note: our new enquiries number is 01747 441648.

Huge congratulations to former Chief Executive of ASH Deborah Arnott for winning the @btsrespiratory.bsky.social President's Medal last night. As BTS said, Deborah has worked tirelessly for more than twenty years to reduce the harm caused by tobacco, and this award is very well deserved!

💰With the budget approaching, govt faces tough fiscal choices, but this one is simple. Tobacco companies make many millions in profits from products that kill half their users. These companies can and should pay more. 👇 ash.org.uk/media-centre...

Our friends at Smokefree Sheffield have produced excellent resources on vaping for young people, in collaboration with ASH. These are the first resources that we've reviewed that meet the standard of evidence that we require to pass on and recommend to you. See our website ncsct.co.uk

#LTA3years ended with a panel discussion: What next for tobacco control in London? Thoughts emerging: 📌Nothing for us without us. 📌Very Brief Advice Training exists through the @ncsct.bsky.social and we need to make use of it 📌 Not leaving anyone within the 10.4% smoking prevalence behind.

A beautiful ☀️morning in London for our Celebrating Successes and Looking to the Future #LTA3years event Coin Street. @adphuk.bsky.social @londonadph.bsky.social @ashorguk.bsky.social www.londontobaccoalliance.org.uk/events/third...

A warm welcome to #LTA3years. Doing things once for London, the power in partnership and pooling resources. @profkevinfenton.bsky.social kicked off the morning on how far we've come and the challenges that lie ahead and how we move further and faster together.

Ann McNeill, Professor Nicotine Addiction, @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social -What are the London data telling us? Ann also delved into national fingertips data, smoking in pregnancy and vaping as a quit tool. #LTA3years

Wendy Elcome, Chair of London Tobacco Control Network on the Network as well as the Smoke Free Councillor Network, chaired by Chris Kennedy @hackneycouncil.bsky.social who shared a thank you message by video. #LTA3years

@hazelcheeseman.bsky.social , Chief Executive of @ashorguk.bsky.social shared more on the Legislative Timetable for the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, illicit Tobacco - debunking misinformation, a call for evidence to inform policy responses and priority areas for consultation. #LTA3years

Stuart Radnedge, Regional Coordinator, London Trading Standards presented on the impact of new legislation, illicit tobacco, vapes and shisha activity. He also introduced the new Vapes Reporting Line for underage and illicit sales and education colleagues to get in touch. #LTA3years

Kirsten Watters FFPH, DPH Lead Children and Young People @londonadph.bsky.social presented on youth vaping - a position statement and resources for London. This is the start of work across London, watch this space. #LTA3years

Liam Murphy, Head of Projects and Operations at LGBTQ HERO who we worked with on the UK's first ever campaign targeting LGBTQ+ communities in London. The campaign covered venues, print and digital including Grindr meeting people where they are with messaging that resonated. #LTA3years

Psychiatrist Ed Beveridge joined us by video. Ed championed working together as a community is key to continuing the downward trend in smoking. youtu.be/3Vr7ixDeiT0?...

A smoking cessation advisor in your pocket. A summary qualitative and quantitative evaluation of the Smoke Free app pilot in London. Download the summary and research reports 👇 www.londontobaccoalliance.org.uk/news/smoke-f... #LTA3years