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.