Vaping can be a really positive way to get people to cut down smoking. However, the marketing and the illegal sales of vapes to children is completely unacceptable. There are massive health issues caused by children vaping, many of which scarily remain unknown.
A new ‘illicit vapes enforcement squad’ - backed by £3 million of government funding – is to be formed to enforce rules on vaping and tackle illegal sales of vapes to under 18s. There will also be a review into banning retailers selling "nicotine-free" vapes to under-18s, as well as a review of the rules on issuing fines to shops that illegally sell vapes to children.
I am delighted that the Government is taking firm action but I want to see more action taken to really crack down on this important issue.