The Welsh Government has set out its plan for making Wales a smoke-free nation in the next eight years, reports itv.
The stated goal is for less than 5 per cent of Wales’ adult population to be active smokers by 2030.
The strategy includes a commitment to the creation of an opt-out quit smoking programme for all patients admitted to hospital, the exploration of e-cigarettes as a potential route to quitting and an increased effort to tackle the illegal tobacco market in Wales, the report said.
Suzanne Cass, CEO of ASH Wales, said: “Public support for an Endgame target is overwhelming, 73% of Welsh adults want Wales to become smoke-free. Welsh Government’s commitment to this target is welcome, however, this bold strategy is going to need bold and decisive action to hit that 5% target by 2030.”