Rishi Sunak has repeatedly voiced concerns about the marketing and design of e-cigarettes, with colourful packaging and sweeteners which appeal to young people. The Prime Minister is said to be minded that sweeter flavours such as “candyfloss” are being used to hook children. A Department of Health spokesperson said: “The health advice on vaping is clear: vaping can play a role in helping adult smokers to quit, but if you don’t smoke, don’t vape – and children should never vape. “We have consulted on measures to reduce the appeal and availability of vapes to children. “While banning disposables might seem like a straightforward solution to reduce youth vaping, it could have substantial unintended consequences for people who smoke.

Source: The Times January 28, 2024 09:58 UTC