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Written question asked by Craig Whittaker (Conservative) on Friday, 16 February 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 20 February 2024. It was answered by Robbie Moore (Conservative) on Friday, 1 March 2024 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Electronic Cigarettes: Smuggling

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the proposal to ban disposable vapes on the illicit vape market.

Answer

On 29 January, a ban on the supply and sale of disposable vapes was announced as part of the Government’s response to its consultation on smoking and vaping that was launched in October last year. A ban on the supply and sale of these throwaway items will help to protect our environment, as well as future generations, from the harmful effects of disposable vapes. We will be working with the appropriate bodies to ensure that the ban, when introduced, is enforceable to minimise illicit vapes entering the market.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
13992
Session
2023-24
Related items
Electronic Cigarettes: Smuggling
Monday, 15 April 2024
Written questions
House of Commons
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Regulation Smuggling Electronic cigarettes
Link
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