Ban of single-use vapes a failure as makers replaced outlawed devices with lookalike reusables - that get binned anyway
August 18, 2025 by dailymail.co.uk
Ban of single-use vapes a failure as makers replaced outlawed devices with lookalike reusables - that get binned anyway
The ban on disposable vapes failed as manufacturers replaced them with reusable replicas, still leading to disposal. Despite the ban due to underage vaping, 5.3 million copycat vapes were sold in the first month, but only 1.4 million refills. A survey revealed users buy new devices every 16 days. Environmental concerns were raised, with many discarding vapes instead of refilling. Scott Butler warned of a potential environmental crisis. Tory MP Jack Rankin criticized the ban, suggesting it hindered adult smoking cessation efforts.
