New research published by the Public Health Agency (PHA) in Northern Ireland has laid bare the alarming prevalence of e-cigarette use among young people, with nearly half (46%) of Year 14 pupils identified as current vapers. The ‘Behavioural in...

Fire safety experts are sounding the alarm as the UK prepares to ban disposable vapes on 1 June, with serious concerns over the potentially life-threatening impact of stockpiling. According to new research by Haypp, a staggering 82 per cent of ...

A medication commonly used to help adults quit smoking cigarettes may provide a breakthrough for teenagers and young adults struggling to quit vaping, according to a new clinical trial published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. ...

Philip Morris Limited (PML), the UK and Ireland affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI), has announced the expansion of its Veev One flavour range with the launch of two new flavours, Sour Apple and Cherry. Veev One Cherry offers intense...

E-liquid producer Riot Labs has launched a four-strong range of 0mg flavours for its Connex device. The launch comes at a crucial moment for the vape sector, with the impending disposables ban on 1 June set to push vapers towards alternative op...

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) on Wednesday ruled against two vaping businesses whose products appeared in paid Google advertisements without their direct involvement. UK Electronic Cigarette Ltd (operating as UKVAPINGSTORE) and Gold...

In response to the UK’s ban on disposable vapes, global vape brand SKE has unveiled a portfolio of eight new devices spanning pod systems, refillables and advanced reusables. In the first major product launch event to mark the new era of vaping...

By Joe Sullivan, Local Democracy Reporter

Japan Tobacco International (JTI) UK has expanded its Nordic Spirit range with the introduction of three on-trend flavour variants designed to cater to the growing demand for berry and tropical flavours. With Nordic Spirit already delivering £4...

The Scottish Grocers’ Federation (SGF) has issued an updated retailers’ guide on regulations for vaping and tobacco compliance, as well as a poster which it is encouraging members to display in their stores. The trade body has urged its members...

More than 60 per cent of disposable vape users are considering turning to the black market following the planned single-use vape ban from 1 June, a new survey has revealed. Commissioned by Evapo, the findings highlight a significant unintended ...

A joint operation between Darlington Trading Standards officers and Durham Constabulary’s Neighbourhood Police Team has disrupted the storage and supply of illegal vapes and cigarettes in the town. Following recent intelligence reports, authori...

Nicotine pouches, which have recently gained popularity in the UK market, will fall under the scope of the new Tobacco and Vapes Bill, a Scottish minister has confirmed. Public health Minister Jenni Minto addressed concerns about these products...

Leading vape brand SKE has launched new SKE Bar system, a key highlight in the its strategic upgrade plan, aligning with the upcoming disposable vape ban in the UK, effective 1 June. The SKE Bar, equipped with pre-filled pod system leads the wa...

A new Freedom of Information (FOI) investigation has revealed an inconsistent approach to how medical professionals are trained to support patients in quitting smoking. The research, which looked at FOI data from 17 NHS trusts across the UK - r...

Following the successful publication of its comprehensive guide for KeyStore retailers outlining what businesses need to know and how to prepare for the UK-wide ban on disposable vapes on 1 June 2025, Glasgow-based wholesaler JW Filshill is now ma...

Leading vaping brand Elfbar has called for swift government action ahead of the disposable vapes ban on 1 June to avoid the unintended consequences of fuelling the illicit market and jeopardising the UK’s smokefree 2030 ambition. The brand has ...

Trading standards officers in Sheffield have recently seized over 27,000 illegal vapes from a warehouse in the city, the city council said on Thursday. Over the last year the team has seized more than 11,941 illegal vapes from city retailers, a...

Supreme PLC has on Wednesday reported strong vaping sales in its latest trading update, with performance in line with internal expectations as the company prepares for the upcoming UK disposable vape ban on June 1, 2025. The AIM-listed FMCG sup...

US-based vaping tech firm Ispire Technology, through its joint venture IKE Tech LLC, has unveiled promising results from a multi-centre Human Factors Validation Study of its Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) access control system. The IKE System is th...