Time to clamp down on intimidation of international tobacco control advocates and researchers

Attention is needed from governments, international organisations, funders, researchers, and civil society to address intimidation.

The UK Tobacco Industry Interference Index 2023

Researchers have measured the intensity, frequency and severity of incidents of tobacco industry interference in the UK

Tobacco Slave documentary

Tobacco Slave explores the neocolonialist exploitation of tobacco farmers. It was made by the Tobacco Control Research Group (TCRG) and STOP.

Research sparks call for greater transparency over where tobacco companies operate

A new study has highlighted the prevalence of subsidiaries of major global tobacco companies revealing conflicts of interest around public health.

How the tobacco industry responds to tax increases designed to protect public health

New research from the Tobacco Control Research Group explores how the tobacco industry has responded to tax increases in 12 African countries.

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About the Tobacco Control Research Group

We combine rigorous research with investigative techniques to examine corporate influences on health and health policies.

Tobacco Tactics

Visit Tobacco Tactics for rigorous research on the tobacco industry.

Tobacco Control Research Group awards and recognition

The work of our research group has been recognised with a number of awards and prizes.

Understanding the tobacco supply chain

The Tobacco Supply Chain Database unwraps who and what is involved in the process of getting tobacco products from seed to smoker.

Understanding illicit tobacco

The illicit tobacco trade is often used by the tobacco industry as an argument against tobacco control measures. But what's the real story?

How plain packaging has changed the UK tobacco industry

In 2015 the UK passed legislation to introduce plain packaging. TCRG has been monitoring tobacco industry reactions and impacts pre- and post-implementation.

The UK Tobacco Industry Interference Index 2021

Smoking is a major public health threat, but how successful is the UK government at preventing the tobacco industry from interfering in health policy?

The introduction of a Minimum Excise Tax (MET) on Cigarettes

Research at Bath has been fundamental in the introduction of a MET on cigarettes and subsequently reducing sales of cigarette brands popular with key groups.

Tobacco industry monitoring, research and accountability training

The Tobacco Control Research Group provides training to those who wish to learn more about implementing effective tobacco control policies.