About us

Functions

Our main functions are as follows:

  • To act as a principal enforcement agency under the Smoking (Public Health) Ordinance (Cap. 371) and Fixed Penalty (Smoking Offences) Ordinance (Cap. 600)
  • To enforce the Import and Export Ordinance (Cap.60) specific to the import of alternative smoking products
  • To promote smoke-free culture and enhance compliance with relevant ordinance through publicity and health education
  • To coordinate and provide smoking cessation services
  • To assist the Health Bureau in reviewing tobacco control legislation
  • To enforce the Dutiable Commodities (Liquor) Regulations (Cap.109B) Part 5 which prohibits the sale or supply of intoxicating liquor to minors in the course of business