Proposed statutory initiative that would increase excise taxes on the distribution of cigarettes and other tobacco products. It also creates a new excise tax on the distribution of electronic cigarettes. [Ballot] Irish Heart Foundation calls for higher taxes on vaping and cigarettes Extra.ie Some asked: why not ban cigarettes just like it's been done for e cigarettes? Is it because the Government wants to make more money from taxes that they impose or levy on cigarettes? Senate Committee Grapples With E Cigarette Taxes E cigarettes: Facts, stats and regulations