Regulation
Barrow vape shop closure order follows underage and non-compliant sales claims
Westmorland and Furness Council says King Vape Shop in Barrow has been closed for three months after persistent illegal tobacco and non-compliant vape sales.
News
Reporting on vaping policy, research and the developments that matter to adult UK readers.
Regulation
Ellesmere Port shops closed after illegal vape enforcement
Cheshire West and Chester Council says three Ellesmere Port shops have been closed for three months after repeated illegal tobacco, vape and underage-sales concerns.
Regulation
Manchester operation passes £1m in illegal-goods seizures, police report
Police put illegal vape seizures at at least £162,000 within a wider total exceeding £1m. The announcement covers a year of enforcement activity, rather than a single raid.
Research
Cochrane update supports nicotine vapes over NRT for quitting smoking
The review finds high-certainty evidence of better smoking-cessation outcomes than nicotine replacement therapy. That conclusion has a specific scope and does not settle long-term safety.
Industry
UKVIA launches a vaping campaign as packaging consultation stays open
The industry association’s new campaign challenges parts of the government’s approach. Packaging and display proposals remain open for consultation until 2 October.
Regulation
Vaping Products Duty starts on 1 October: what UK readers need to know
HMRC has confirmed a £2.20-per-10ml duty from 1 October 2026. Here is how the rate, packaging stamps and transition for older stock fit together.