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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Sarah Marsh

Ban on single-use vapes in UK may ‘flood market with illegal products’

Picture of pile of colourful single-use vapes
The government believes single-use vapes are aimed at children and is also concerned about the amount of waste they produce. Photograph: Peter Dazeley/Getty Images

Leading doctors and councils have welcomed reports that ministers are preparing to ban single-use vapes in the UK, but others have expressed fears a ban could lead to a “flood” of illegal products on the market.

The reports of plans to stop the sale of disposable e-cigarettes come as fears grow about their environment impact and the health risks they pose to the large number of teenagers taking up vaping.

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