Officials stunned by unintended consequence of major product ban: 'Not yet working as expected'
November 25, 2025 by thecooldown.com
Officials stunned by unintended consequence of major product ban: 'Not yet working as expected'
The U.K. ban on disposable vapes has led to a surge in illegal sales, with 63% of users still buying them easily. The black market trade poses challenges for regulation, as these devices are harmful to health and the environment. Concerns include plastic pollution, toxic residues, and fire hazards from lithium batteries. Authorities are cracking down on black market sellers, but more robust enforcement and education are needed to address these risks. Users can help by recycling properly, choosing refillable options, and advocating for stricter oversight.
11.80% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 6.7 million current smokers in United Kingdom 13.60% of men are current smokers but only 10.10% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
