Regulation
MPs hear vape-shop licensing arguments in high-street inquiry
A Commons committee heard evidence on 13 October about how vape-shop licensing, closure powers and trading standards resources may fit into wider high-street enforcement.
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Research
New student study finds medical education alone did not prevent nicotine use
A newly accepted Frontiers in Psychology study reports similar overall nicotine use among physiotherapy and humanities students, with social influence linked to e-cigarette use.
Regulation
HMRC updates vape duty guidance on destroyed products and stamps
HMRC’s updated internal manual gives more detail on how officers should assess destroyed vaping products and duty stamps under the UK vape duty regime.
Regulation
Derbyshire retailers reminded of 29 October vape sales changes
Derbyshire Trading Standards has urged shops to prepare for new UK rules on vaping and nicotine products, including wider age-of-sale restrictions from 29 October 2026.
Regulation
HMRC publishes vape duty stamps approval change guidance
HMRC has issued guidance for customs warehousekeepers and UK representatives who need to amend approval details under the vaping duty stamps scheme.
Latest reviews
Research-based product assessments with clear sources.
Research-based review
UWELL CALIBURN G4 research-based review
A research-based review of the UWELL CALIBURN G4, focusing on its adjustable pod format, GPP cartridge compatibility and UK compliance checks.
Research-based review
Vaporesso XROS 5 research-based review
A research-based look at the Vaporesso XROS 5, a refillable pod device with a display, adjustable airflow and UK-relevant 2ml pod considerations.
Research-based review
VOOPOO ARGUS Klyc research-based review
A research-based review of the VOOPOO ARGUS Klyc, a refillable pod kit with a protective cap, 1350mAh battery and 5-30W output.
Useful guides
Understand your device, look after it and make informed choices.
Getting started
Vape wattage explained: match the setting to your coil
Understand watts and resistance, find the correct coil specification and adjust only within the manufacturer’s range—without relying on a universal wattage chart.
Getting started
Where can you vape? UK venues, transport and travel checks
A practical way to check venue policies, transport restrictions and travel requirements, with cabin-baggage guidance and a dated note on proposals in England.
Getting started
Nicotine salts and freebase explained: what the label can tell you
Understand nicotine form separately from concentration, device compatibility and sensation, with clear limits on what salt-versus-freebase research can tell you.
Troubleshooting
Why does my vape taste burnt? Checks before replacing the coil
Work through the liquid, priming and compatibility checks behind a burnt taste, then prepare the correct replacement without unsafe factory-coil modifications.
Safety
Charging a vape safely: everyday battery care and warning signs
A practical before, during and after charging routine, with clear battery warning signs, safe storage checks and the right route for retiring a device.
Care and maintenance
Vape tank and pod care: a practical checklist for leaks
Trace a pod or tank leak through the correct parts, filling closure and seals, with clear limits on cleaning and when to stop using damaged equipment.