1.   Britain bans cigarette advertising on television, but, with tough restrictions, allows other tobacco advertising.

2.   The UK, which holds the presidency, is expected to oppose a proposal to ban tobacco advertising in Europe supported by Germany.

3.   Several Eastern European countries have recently passed legislation banning cigarette advertising on television, but manufacturers have found creative ways around the laws.

4.   The legislation bans tobacco advertising in broadcast outlets, billboards, street kiosks, bus panels and store displays and imposes restrictions on promotions in mailings and magazines.