Vapers warned not to stockpile ‘fire risk’ disposables before UK ban

Vapes are often sold in sweet flavours and brightly coloured packaging, which campaigners say appeal to underage users. Photograph: Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP

Vapers have been warned not to stockpile soon-to-be-banned disposables before Sunday’s outright ban as they “pose a significant fire risk”.

The Local Government Association (LGA) said users were stocking up on single-use e-cigarettes while they could, as shops would face fines for selling them after the ban takes effect.