
Wales remains vague on vaping as it plans a route to a smoke-free future
10th January 2022 | Regulatory briefing |
The Welsh government has launched a public consultation over its long-term tobacco control strategy
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The Welsh government has launched a public consultation over its long-term tobacco control strategy
Officials in Cardiff are not insisting on vaping be included in the clampdown on smoking that came into force in Wales at the beginning of the month
World No Tobacco Day provides an opportunity to consider the approach that public health authorities, policymakers, and advocates around the world have towards the role of tobacco-alternatives products
New data has been published by UK anti-smoking charity Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) to show that there are now half as many vapers in the UK as smokers, with 3.6million people vaping compared to 7.2m smokers in 2018 – and the majority of those vapers are ex-smokers.
Vaping has contributed to significant increases in quitting conventional cigarettes, according to new statistics from a government body.
Ireland and the Isle of Man hope to cut down on prison violence – and the smoking of nicotine patches and tea-bags by inmates – by following the UK in allowing vaping in jail.
Recent reports of high failure rates among e-cigarette chargers tested by authorities in Wales highlight the need for vigilance by manufacturers to ensure their products meet safety standards.
Public vaping bans run contrary to best science and may have negative effects on public health, undermining efforts to combat smoking, according to a report by several leading academics.
The Welsh are attempting to pass the Public Health Bill once again. This time minus a ban on public vaping.
The proposed Welsh public vaping ban is officially dead.
New age restrictions for e-cigarette products have created some confusion over enforcement and best practice for UK retailers, both online and offline.