Do you really know? Should vapes have the same restrictions as cigarettes?
Nov 14, 2025
The discussion dives into the rising concern of youth vaping and the push for stricter regulations. Proposals include plain packaging and age checks, mirroring cigarette rules. The health risks of vaping are explored, noting its addictive nature and potential respiratory issues. Environmental impacts are highlighted, especially the waste from single-use vapes, fueling calls for taxation. The episode answers pressing questions about the safety and consequences of vaping, making it a timely conversation for today's society.
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Youth Appeal Drives Calls For Restriction
- Bright packaging, fruit flavours and low prices make vapes attractive to teenagers.
- Campaigners want tighter rules to make vapes resemble cigarette controls.
Make Vapes Less Visible And More Expensive
- The LGA proposes plain packaging and keeping vapes out of sight behind counters.
- ASH recommends a £4 tax on single-use disposables and asking for ID from anyone who looks under 25.
Price Affects Youth Use And Waste
- Cheap disposables drive youth use and landfill waste.
- Taxing single-use vapes could reduce both child vaping and environmental damage.