New legislation, aimed at reducing the temptation to smoke for children and young people, will require all large shops and supermarkets in England to stop displaying cigarette packs at the point of sale as of Friday.

Supporters of the ban argue that cigarette packs have become more visual, colourful and attractive as bans on other forms of advertising have closed down marketing opportunities for tobacco companies.
Opponents of the ban argue that there is no evidence it will prevent young people starting to smoke, which is the main aim.
Newsagents and small stores will be able to continue to display cigarettes until 2015, giving them time to refit shelves and cabinets.
Other countries have brought in a display ban: Iceland in 2001, Thailand in 2005, Ireland in 2009 and Norway in 2010. (pi)