On 3-4 September 2008 the Smokefree Partnership, along with its partners and the Association of European Cancer Leagues, will be organising a two day policy seminar to look at issues related to taxation and illicit trade of tobacco products. The seminar will take place in Leuven, Belgium. The objectives of the meeting are:
Capacity building on taxation and illicit trade in tobacco products
Presentations on the commission proposals on taxation and the chair’s text on illicit trade in tobacco products
Developing a Health Perspective on Taxation of Tobacco Products
Please note that accommodation and travel expenses will not be covered by the organisers.
A limited number of travel grants to cover travel and accommodation are available for tobacco control advocates, economists and professionals with an interest on tax policy and health issues from the “EU-12”1. Priority will be given to applicants with a demonstrable track record and interest in tobacco control and tax and illicit trade issues. Should you wish to apply for a grant, please contact smokefree.partnership@ersnet.org by 14 July 2008.
Please note that places are limited.
