ASH Scotland is a charity working to bring about a healthier Scotland, free from the harms of tobacco and related products.

For Monday 10 March – Friday 14 March 2025, they are hosting a virtual learning week with seminars, events and Q&As (all online), exploring topics including smoking and pregnancy, tobacco industry interference and SAFE (Smoke and Aerosol Free Spaces). There will also be a bonus event hosted by the Swedish Cancer Society.

The full schedule is as follows:

Monday 10 March, 2pm – 3:15pm: Tobacco And Nicotine Industries – What’s Next For Europe?

“The tobacco industry is an ever-present threat to tobacco control, undermining progress and challenging health measures wherever it can. This event will explore the role of legislation in Europe, the potential for new measures such as the introduction of SAFE spaces and regulating novel nicotine products.”

Tuesday 11 March, 1pm – 3pm: Youth Conversations Hub – Vaping Illicit Substances

“As part of ASH Scotland’s Youth Conversations Hub, this event will introduce the topic of illicit substances in e-cigarettes, otherwise known as laced vapes, and provide expert insights and tools for professionals working with young people.”

Wednesday 12 March: No Smoking Day!

“Get involved and help spread the message for No Smoking Day 2025. Download the toolkit and spread the message of support to those who want to quit smoking in your community.”

Thursday 13 March, 10am – 11am: Is Sweden a tobacco success story?

“In this talk, the Swedish Cancer Society delve into the tobacco control choices that helped them achieve an 11% smoking rate, and the challenges faced by the introduction of novel products such as nicotine pouches.”

Thursday 13 March, 1pm – 3pm: Extending SAFE (Smoking Aerosol-Free Environments) Spaces

“This event with introduce SAFE (Smoke and Aerosol-Free Environments) spaces, the role they can play in reducing second-hand smoke harms to young people and reflect on the current legislation in Scotland. With the Tobacco and Vapes Bill including SAFE, it will dive into what the future of smoke and aerosol-free environments might look like in Scotland.”

Friday 14 March, 10am – 12pm: Smoking and Vaping in Pregnancy

“This event includes a brief presentation of ASH Scotland’s consultation findings, alongside an evidence-based overview of the risks of smoking and vaping during pregnancy from a guest expert. Participants will also gain practical tools and insights into ASH Scotland’s new resources and, get the opportunity to explore strategies to support healthier pregnancies and smoke-free futures.”

For further information, and to book your space, please visit the ASH Scotland website.