164. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Health if he fears that plain packaging cigarettes will lead to an increase in illicit trade, counterfeit and contraband; the amount such activities cost the Exchequer in lost revenue at present; if medical professionals have reported unusual conditions as a result of the consumption of counterfeit tobacco products; if he has studied the effects of plain packaging in Australia; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52168/13]

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164. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Health if he fears that plain packaging cigarettes will lead to an increase in illicit trade, counterfeit and contraband; the amount such activities cost the Exchequer in lost revenue at present; if medical professionals have reported unusual conditions as a result of the consumption of counterfeit tobacco products; if he has studied the effects of plain packaging in Australia; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52168/13]

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