UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Announces Plans To Ban Disposable Vapes To Reduce Smoking Amongst Children

Rishi Sunak has announced plans to ban disposable vapes, due to concerns over a rapid increase in use amongst children. The prime minister is also expected to crack down on marketing laws, restricting vape flavours and limiting coloured packaging intended to appeal to children. The Scotland and Wales governments will also prohibit single-use vapes. The … Read more

UK announces legislation to ban disposable e-cigarettes

The UK will introduce legislation to ban disposable e-cigarettes in order to tackle a rise in youth vaping, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was to announce Monday. ALSO READ: Driver attempts to smuggle R13million worth of cigarettes during load shedding vaping “As any parent or teacher knows, one of the most worrying trends at the moment … Read more

Oman bans electronic cigarettes, hookahs

Photo: AFP The Sultanate of Oman has announced the banning of electronic cigarettes , hookahs and their accessories to safeguard public health. Sulayem bin Ali Al-Hakmani, Chairman of the Consumer Protection Authority, recently issued Ministerial Decision No. 756/2023, effectively banning the circulation of these items in the country. The decision has imposed an administrative fine … Read more

US seizes more illegal e-cigarettes, but thousands of new ones are launching

Federal officials are seizing more shipments of unauthorized electronic cigarettes at U.S. ports, but thousands of new flavored products continue pouring into the country from China, according to government and industry data reviewed by The Associated Press. The figures underscore the chaotic state of the nation’s $7 billion vaping market and raise questions about how … Read more