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January 16, 2025 by planetofthevapes.co.uk

The UKVIA is alarmed by the exclusion of vaping industry and consumer representation in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill hearings, calling for real vapers' stories to be shared. Concerns arise that proposed measures may hinder vaping as a smoking cessation tool. To address this, UKVIA is advocating for industry participation and a retail licensing scheme. A REAL VAPER testimonial highlights successful smoking cessation through vaping. The association aims to influence government perception through the REAL VAPERS campaign, encouraging smokers to switch to a less harmful alternative. UKVIA emphasizes the importance of consumer testimonials in showcasing vaping's impact on quitting smoking.

January 15, 2025 by gbnews.com

Labour's proposed workers' rights reforms could lead to pubs banning discussions on controversial topics like religion and transgender rights. The Equality and Human Rights Commission fears freedom of expression may be restricted due to new rules safeguarding workers. Employers might need to monitor conversations deemed harassing, posing challenges in distinguishing harassment, especially in conversations about protected beliefs. Industry leaders share worries about potential unintended consequences and inadequate guidance. MPs are urged to balance protecting workers from harassment against freedom of expression carefully. The legislation's successful implementation requires clear guidance and sufficient resources for enforcement. The bill also includes other significant measures impacting UK businesses.

January 14, 2025 by clearingtheair.eu

A UK news channel is investigating illegal vapes containing synthetic cannabinoid "spice" amidst debates on vape regulations in Parliament. ITV News requested labs to test vape samples for spice. Spice, illegal in the UK, was found in black market vapes, posing severe health risks different from THC. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, addressing vape flavors but not spice vapes, is under consideration. Concerns arise about conflating legal and illegal vapes, as happened in the US. UKVIA stresses the safety of regulated nicotine vapes while warning against misinformation fueling anti-vape sentiments and potentially increasing smoking rates.

January 10, 2025 by dailyrecord.co.uk

As the new year starts, people make resolutions like giving up habits such as e-cigarettes. "Quitter's Day" on the second Friday of January often marks when resolutions are abandoned, but staying focused is important. Vaping has become popular, with many using it to quit smoking, although the addictive nature of nicotine poses challenges. To quit vaping, experts advise reducing nicotine intake gradually and managing triggers. Utilizing stop-smoking services and therapies can aid in the process. While vaping is considered less harmful than smoking, the long-term effects are still being studied. Disposable vapes are contributing to plastic pollution and wastage issues. Strategies like exercise and seeking support can help cope with withdrawal symptoms when quitting vaping.

January 10, 2025 by kcl.ac.uk

New research by IoPPN & ASH shows 1% of adults and youths currently use nicotine pouches. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill aims to regulate pouch sales, advertising, and content. Nicotine pouches are non-tobacco sachets placed between the lips and gums to release nicotine. Findings from ASH surveys 2020-2024 reveal an increase in adult pouch use to 5.4% but only 1% currently use them. Youth usage stands at 1.2%. Study highlights the need to track pouch trends and understand socio-demographic factors.

January 08, 2025 by euronews.com

New research reveals that smoking one cigarette reduces life expectancy by about 20 minutes. The study by University College London looked at data from the British Doctors Study and the Million Women Study. Women lose around 22 minutes of life per cigarette, compared to 17 minutes for men. Earlier estimates were lower, with smoking believed to shorten life by 11 minutes. Smoking remains a major preventable cause of death globally and quitting at any age has health benefits. Combining behavioral support with stop-smoking medications increases success rates. Globally, tobacco-related deaths exceed those from AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis combined.

January 06, 2025 by gfn.tv

The UK has announced a mammoth effort to combat tobacco use with its The Tobacco and Vape Bill including the eye-catching generational tobacco ban, which will prevent anyone born after 2009 from ever being able to purchase harmful combustible tobacco products. But with safer nicotine products such as heated tobacco products and snus included in this ban, will tobacco harm reduction efforts be caught in the crossfire? And can this ban even be realistically enforced? Martin Cullip joins us to discuss the generational ban on tobacco products in the UK and many more proposed regulations announced in Part One of our UK special on GFN TV!

January 06, 2025 by bbc.com

Scientists discovered dangerous levels of metals in illegal vapes seized in Derby. Unregulated e-cigarettes tested contained harmful chemicals with severe health risks. The products had high nicotine content, equivalent to smoking 200 cigarettes. Lead, cadmium, copper, and nickel were found in the vapes, causing potential long-term health issues including cell damage and cancer development. Marketed as safer, illegal vapes actually pose significant health and environmental risks. Trading standards advise proper disposal of these hazardous products due to their toxic components.

December 11, 2024 by bbc.co.uk

The Welsh government advises businesses to seek alternative suppliers, educate staff, and inform customers due to the vape ban starting in June 2025, following the UK's decision. The Scottish government has aligned its ban with England and Wales. Concerns about vaping attracting non-smokers in the UK led to estimates of one million new vapers who were not regular smokers. The ban may lead to a rise in illegal vapes with higher nicotine levels, as Swansea council seized over 140,000 illegal vapes earlier this year. Businesses must also plan for the safe disposal of single-use vapes for their customers.

December 10, 2024 by livemint.com

Philip Morris International's CEO, Jacek Olczak, stated to the Mail on Sunday that the company anticipates ending traditional cigarette sales in the UK in 10 years. He aims to transition the company away from smoking. Olczak confirmed that within a decade, Philip Morris will stop selling cigarettes in the UK, including the Marlboro brand. The company plans to focus on alternatives like the IQOS heated tobacco system. Philip Morris aims to generate a majority of revenues from smoke-free products by 2025, aligning with the UK government's goal to end smoking in England by 2030.