Last updated: August 18, 2020

Enforcement Authorities

Authorized Agency
Jurisdiction
Duty to Enforce

Ministry of Health

All public places, enclosed workplaces, and public transport
Uncertain
Analysis

The law charges the Minister of Health with responsibility for the general administration of the Act but it does not impose a specific duty to inspect and enforce.

Authorized Officers

All public places, enclosed workplaces, and public transport
No
Analysis

The Tobacco (Inspections and Penalty) Regulations, 2014 permit the Minister of Health to authorize any public health officer, customs officer, licensing officer, police officer, or other public officer to exercise the enforcement powers granted under the Tobacco Control Act, 2009.