Victoria introduces strict tobacco licensing and hefty fines to curb illegal trade linked to firebombings.

Victoria is set to introduce a strict tobacco licensing scheme to combat the illegal tobacco trade linked to over 100 firebombings. The Labor government plans to impose fines of up to $1.7 million on businesses and up to $355,000 or 15 years in jail for individuals. A new tobacco regulator with dedicated inspectors will enforce the scheme, aiming to curb the illicit trade that has been fueled by the price gap between legal and black-market cigarettes.

November 11, 2024
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