Holyrood passed a legislative consent motion on Thursday, signalling agreement to Westminster legislation that affects a devolved policy area.

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which applies across the UK, would prohibit the sale of tobacco products to anyone born after 1 January 2009. It also proposes tighter controls on the advertising and sale of vapes, and a review of e-cigarette packaging.

The bill has cleared the Commons and is currently progressing through the Lords.

Scottish public health minister, Jenni Minto, welcomed MSPs’ unanimous approval of the motion.

She said: “The Scottish Parliament’s consent to this landmark legislation will ensure that children born after January 1, 2009 can never be sold tobacco.

“We have worked closely across the four nations to ensure a consistent approach and I am determined to ensure a tobacco-free Scotland, where people live longer and healthier lives, by 2034.

“The bill, once passed, will also ban vapes and nicotine products from being deliberately promoted and advertised to children, stopping the next generation from becoming hooked on nicotine.

“The Scottish Parliament’s support for this bill will benefit public health in Scotland and will help save lives.”