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Tobacco company behind Lucky Strike fined for advertising at Pinkpop

Tobacco company behind Lucky Strike fined for advertising at Pinkpop

British American Tobacco has been fined for illegal advertising at the Pinkpop music festival in the Netherlands. While this specific penalty was upheld, another previously imposed fine against the manufacturer was waived.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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