CTC seeks clarity on Court of Appeal’s Tobacco Packaging Regulation decision
Saturday, 24 May 2014 00:00
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Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc (CTC) said yesterday it has been compelled to seek clarity from the Supreme Court on the remainder of the regulations on tobacco products (labelling and packaging).
In a statement CTC said earlier this month the Court of Appeal gave its decision on the writ pending before it, relating to the legality of the Tobacco Products (Labelling & Packaging) Regulations published by the Minister of Health.
In its judgment the Court has dealt with the regulation requiring pictorial health warnings by directing the Ministry of Health to amend it by allocating between 50% to 60% for health warnings.
Such variation had been made on the basis of the Court recognising the significance of trademarks to consumers as well as manufacturers.
However, the judgment does not provide clear or adequate directions on the remaining requirements under the said regulation.
As a responsible corporate citizen, CTC is always compliant with all existing laws and regulations in the country and therefore under these circumstances is compelled to seek clarity from the Supreme Court on the remainder of the regulations.
Yesterday CTC has filed Special Leave to Appeal Application in the Supreme Court.
