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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UK Bans Single-Use Vapes to Stem Use by Children and Reduce Harmful Litter
LONDON (AP) — A ban on disposable vapes came into force across the U.K. on Sunday as the British government aims to stem their use by children, reduce litter and prevent the leaking of harmful chemicals into the environment. Join our WhatsApp group Subscribe to our Daily Roundup Email The ban makes it illegal for […]
U.K. bans single-use vapes to stem use by children and reduce harmful litter
A ban on disposable vapes came into force across the U.K. on Sunday as the British government aims to stem their use by children, reduce litter and prevent the leaking of harmful chemicals into the environment.

UK bans single-use vapes to stem use by children and reduce harmful litter
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Sale of single-use vapes to be banned in Scotland from this weekend
Scotland will ban the sale of single-use vapes starting June 1, following campaigns led by environmental and health groups including Keep Scotland Beautiful, the Marine Conservation Society, ASH Scotland, and scientist Laura Young.
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