The statement of claim alleges BAT NZs conduct shows flagrant disregard for its Commerce Act 1986 obligations. A BATNZ spokeswoman said in an emailed statement that her company is confident that we are not engaging in anti-competitive conduct and will defend our position when the case is heard. We are strongly committed, and have actively engaged for some time, to have reduced risk products regulated and legally available to adult New Zealand smokers as soon as possible, she said
Both products contain nicotine, both are addictive, and neither should be treated as a low-risk product
Individual commissions were often personalised, for example for a marriage, carrying Chinese characters wishing the couple a long and prosperous life, or alternatively with symbolism such as a phoenix and dragon for wedded bliss and matrimony
Recommendation : Limit the consumption of sugar and sugary drinks Sugary drinks (such as sodas, fruit beverages, and fruit juices and nectars) should be limited as much as possible (no more than 1 glass a day)
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