Business and Regulatory Impact Assessment (BRIA) for the Health (Tobacco, Nicotine etc. and Care) (Scotland) Bill

Declaration and publication

I have read the Business and Regulatory Impact Assessment and I am satisfied that, given the available evidence, it represents a reasonable view of the likely costs, benefits and impact of the leading options. I am satisfied that business impact has been assessed with the support of businesses in Scotland.

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Date:

Maureen Watt
Minister for Public Health

Scottish Government Contact point: Claire McDermott, Tobacco Control Team, 0131 244 5633, Claire.McDermott@Scotland.gis.gov.uk