NSC pushes for quicker ban on cigarette sales outside tobacconists; Coalition furious A proposal by the NSC and several opposition parties to ban tobacco sales earlier for all shops except tobacconists has led to harsh criticism of the government party by its coalition partners. The VVD, in particular, is furious. Parliamentarian Judith Thielen believes that the position of NSC member Daniëlle Jansen is “a very clear signal that reliable government and good governance are not in good hands with the Nieuw Sociaal Contract.” In the debate on tobacco sales points, Jansen proposed to bring forward the year in which tobacco sales will only be permitted in specialist shops. The Cabinet has indicat... [Read more]