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A Department of Health spokeswoman said: "We take very seriously the potential for standardised packaging to reduce smoking rates, but in light of the differing views, we have decided to wait until the emerging impact of the decision in Australia can be measured, and then we will make a decision in England." Join our commenting forum Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies Comments

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