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Mark O'Mahoney

Mark O'Mahoney

Company

Northerner Scandinavia Inc.

Job Title

PR Manager UK

Expertise

Policy
Communications
Public Affairs

About

Mark is our PR Manager for the UK market. His role is tell the story of Northerner's mission to enable the transition to a smoke-free future. He has over fifteen years experience in policy, communications and public affairs. He has previously worked with international organisations, NGOs, communications agencies and advocacy bodies across Europe.

Mark has extensive experience working with companies seeking to solve global challenges within complex and rapidly changing policy environments.

Mark has third-level degrees in History & Politics, International Political Theory, and International Developement.

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France Proposes Nicotine Pouch Ban: UK Users Warned

UK nicotine pouch users are being urged to keep an eye on a new law proposed by the French government that could ban the use of nicotine pouches in France.

Innovation Supports Harm Reduction

Innovation Supports Harm Reduction

Professor Neal Benowitz, a leading medical expert from the University of California, San Francisco, told the audience at the recent E-Cigarette Summit in Washington, D.C that oral nicotine pouches are chemically similar to medicinal nicotine products like gums and lozenges.

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It is well known that cigarettes are bad for your health, but new research from University College London has shown by just how much they will shorten your life.

New Global Report: The Cost of Smoking

New Global Report: The Cost of Smoking

The Global State of Tobacco Harm Reduction 2024 report highlights smoking as a major global health issue, responsible for over 8.9 million deaths each year — especially in low- and middle-income countries where the burden is highest.

Tobacco and Vapes Bill against Illicit Sales

Tobacco and Vapes Bill against Illicit Sales

The new Tobacco and Vapes Bill, introduced in the UK parliament, includes measures to protect the legal vape industry. These include a licensing scheme for retailers selling tobacco, vape and nicotine products, and on-the-spot fines for those who break the law.

Politicians push back on Commission’s vaping ban proposals

Politicians Oppose Vape Ban Plans

A proposal from the EU Commission to restrict vaping in the same places as smoking is facing political opposition. Several Member State leaders and MEPs have voiced concerns, arguing the move could confuse consumers and undermine efforts to move away from traditional smoking.

The Nicotine Pouch Report 2024 - Northerner

The UK Nicotine Pouch Report

The Nicotine Pouch Report 2024, by Haypp, Northerner and Vape Globe, explores nicotine pouch use in the UK. It reveals insights on consumption habits, purchasing behaviour, public attitudes, and how users may respond to potential changes in the law.

Benefits of Nicotine Pouches

5 Benefits of Nicotine Pouches

Nicotine pouches are gaining ground in the UK. The 2024 Nicotine Pouch Report shows an 82% market growth in 2023, with around 368,000 users—0.7% of the adult population. This rise reflects growing interest in convenient, tobacco-free nicotine options.

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A record public response to the EU’s “Call for Evidence”

Last month Northerner reported that the European Commission had opened an evaluation of the legislative framework for tobacco control. The consultation closed on the 17th of June with a record number of almost 25,000 contributions from experts and consumers from all European countries.

EU Tobacco Control

EU Tobacco Control: Our Submission Summary

Risk reduction through alternative nicotine products was the primary focus of our submission when the European Commission held a Call for Evidence on the legal framework for tobacco control. The Call for Evidence initiative lays the foundations for the EU's future work on tobacco control.

The EU calls for evidence: express your opinions!

The EU calls for evidence: express your opinions!

The European Commission recently launched a “Call for Evidence” aimed at evaluating current tobacco legislation, brought about by Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan. Contributions will be accepted by all parties until the 17th of June. Express your opinions today!

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