The beginning of the end for vapes
Hong Kong has once again tightened its control over alternative smoking products. From 30 April 2026, the possession of vapes in public places has become a criminal offence.
What makes an “advertisement”?
The thin line between product display and advertising was examined in the High Court regarding the sale of cigarettes in a convenience store.
Archbold HK 2025 Expanded into Medical Criminal Law
As part of a planned expansion into medical criminal law, Archbold Hong Kong 2025 chapter on Public Health now covers offences related to medical practice.
The Ever Expanding Smoking Ban
Hong Kong has a stringent and discouraging smoking ban. Following this policy, emerging alternative products are prohibited, and importing them into Hong Kong is an offence.
Archbold Hong Kong on Public Health Reviewed
The Chapter on Public Health has been substantially reviewed in the latest edition of Archbold Hong Kong 2024.
Appointment as Archbold Hong Kong contributing editor
Mr Gordon Chan has been appointed as the new contribution editor of Archbold Hong Kong for the chapter on “Public Health”.