Jaydeep Bharat Thakkar, owner of Sangit Paan House in Wembley, was sentenced to six months in prison and fined nearly £2,000 for selling illegal tobacco. This marks his fifth offence, despite earlier warnings and a suspended sentence. The Brent Council’s trading standards team discovered thousands of illegal products during a raid, initiated by a tip-off. Councillor Krupa Sheth highlighted the need for stringent tobacco control as efforts continue to combat illegal tobacco sales in the area, reinforcing the necessity of compliance for public health.
Councillor Krupa Sheth expressed gratitude for the conviction, highlighting the importance of compliance with tobacco controls as the region aims for a smoke-free generation.
Thakkar's repeated violations, even suggested to sell his business, indicate a disregard for previous penalties and emphasize a serious issue with illegal tobacco sales.
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