Shops to require licence to sell vapes under proposed crackdown on rogue traders

The UK Government has proposed a licensing scheme for shops selling vapes and nicotine products to combat rogue traders and enhance protections for children.

For the first time, shops in the UK will require a government-issued licence to sell tobacco, vapes, and nicotine products as part of the crackdown on unregulated sales.
Stephen Kinnock, a key advocate of the proposal, emphasized the need for stricter regulations to safeguard children from the harmful effects of smoking and vaping.
The licensing initiative aims to empower enforcement officers with stronger tools to target rogue traders who violate existing sales regulations.

Why It Matters

This initiative reflects growing concerns about the accessibility of vaping products to minors, highlighting a broader public health effort to regulate tobacco and nicotine sales effectively. It underscores the governments commitment to protecting youth from the risks associated with smoking and vaping.