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UK to Ban Sale of Disposable Vapes in Response to Soaring Waste and Safety Risks
- The UK government banned the sale of disposable vapes across all retail outlets from June 1, 2025, covering online and physical stores nationwide.
- The ban aims to reduce youth vaping and plastic waste, responding to high use in schools and increasing litter from single-use vapes.
- Retailers received guidance on compliance and stock management, while fines start at £200 for violations and may escalate to unlimited fines or imprisonment.
- Recent data shows disposable vape use among vapers fell from 30% in 2024 to 24% in 2025, though youth use remains concerning, with 40% of 18-24-year-olds still using disposables.
- The ban is expected to decrease youth vaping and environmental damage, but concerns exist about shifts to refillable devices and possible impacts on smokers needing easy alternatives.
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