Checking Shops Selling Tobacco and Medicine

The Social Welfare Committee in Stockholm has approved a supervision plan for 2026 concerning the sale of tobacco, low-alcohol beer, nicotine-free products, and certain over-the-counter medicines. The aim is to ensure that points of sale comply with laws and regulations through unannounced visits and test purchases, where individuals over 18 attempt to buy without identification. The plan prioritizes preventing non-compliance and informing retailers about current provisions, with a specific focus on outlets near schools.