Crackdown on illegal sale of vapes
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Bold new measures to combat rising levels of youth vaping expected to be announced.
From: Department of Health and Social Care and Neil O’Brien MP
- A new ‘illicit vapes enforcement squad’ – backed by £3 million of government funding – to be formed to enforce rules on vaping and tackle illegal sales of vapes to under 18s
- Call for evidence also launched to identify opportunities to stop children vaping
The government is expected to unveil tough new measures to combat the illegal sale of vapes to under 18s as part of its plans to reduce smoking and tackle youth vaping.
In his speech at Policy Exchange on Tuesday 11 April, Health Minister Neil O’Brien is expected to announce a new ‘illicit vapes enforcement squad’ – backed by £3 million of government funding – to enforce the rules on vaping and tackle illicit vapes and underage sales.
Working across the country, the enforcement squad led by Trading Standards will share knowledge and intelligence across regional networks and local autho...
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