Disposable e-cigarettes – British government plans to ban disposable vapes – News

• Great Britain wants to ban the sale of disposable e-cigarettes, so-called disposable vapes.
• Measures should also be taken to make vaping e-cigarettes unattractive for children and young people.
• The long-term aim is for a smoke-free Great Britain.

The British government has on its Homepage announcedto ban disposable e-cigarettes in the future. The spread of vapes has led to more and more children and young people becoming addicted to nicotine. Rishi Sunak wants to present this new law on Monday during a visit to a school.

The British government also wants to introduce measures that will make smoking e-cigarettes less attractive for young people. Flavors that are primarily aimed at a young audience should be banned, the packaging should be unprinted and displayed less prominently in the store. Vapes are only intended to make it easier for adults to quit smoking.

Great Britain wants to completely ban future generations from buying tobacco. According to the new law, anyone born after January 1, 2009 will never be allowed to buy tobacco in their entire life. The government wants to create the basis for a smoke-free generation.

The bans and restrictions are set to be introduced across the UK. It is still unclear when the laws will be introduced.

Environmental benefits

In addition to the health benefits of banning disposable e-cigarettes, the UK government is also highlighting environmental benefits. Around five million disposable vapes are thrown away every week.