“Advocacy and
lobbying are a
huge part of our
purpose. We
inform potential
partners of
what we’re up
to in Parliament,
whether they
want to sign up
as members and
if they have any
potential ideas
for us to help aid
the independent
industry”
and Technology Select Committee inquiry.
The crucial thing – with all this going on –
is remembering that our evidence base
grows stronger every day, and that is
helping political will shift.”
Matthew spoke glowingly of how the
meetings have gone so far.
“Being able to hear Professor John Newton
of PHE speak so authoritatively and
finally getting an update from the ASA
on where e-cigarette consultation
is, were huge steps forward. We’re
reaching a point where the evidence
base is becoming overwhelming, and
undeniable.”
Matthew is not only impressed with the
extent of the progress made, but the
speed of it.
“This is all part of a widening base of
support from public health bodies. It
wasn’t too long ago that the BMA