SG: Against advertising ban for alcohol and tobacco

Advertising The St.Gallen government rejects a cantonal ban on advertising alcohol and tobacco products. It does not intend to support three motions to this effect in the Grand Council, arguing that only a nationwide solution would be effective. The government shares the concern about the increasing consumption of alcohol and tobacco by young people and is aware of the health risks, according to a statement issued on Wednesday. The government refers to parliamentary initiatives at federal level with the same thrust.