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Free vape scheme pushes 125,000 more smokers to try quitting

Around 125,000 additional people in England tried to quit smoking using vapes after the Government launched its “Swap to Stop” scheme, according to new research. The study, carried out by researchers from the National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR) Policy…

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Ireland moves to tighten vape rules and regulate nicotine pouches in new bill

Ireland’s government has approved new legislation that would tighten rules on vapes and introduce regulation of nicotine pouches, as ministers push ahead with a broader package of nicotine controls. The proposed Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) (Amendment) Bill 2026…

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23 experts write to EU warning over vaping risk misinformation

A group of 23 European experts in tobacco and nicotine science have written to the President of the European Commission, warning that recent statements on vaping and other smoke-free products are “false and misleading”. In an eight-page letter sent on 25 February,…

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Germany plans menthol vape ban under draft cooling agents rule

Germany is moving to ban menthol vapes and a wide range of e-liquids containing cooling agents under draft regulations that could take effect later in 2026. The proposal, put forward by the Federal Ministry for Agriculture, would prohibit menthol and other flavourings…

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770,000 UK vapers could return to smoking if flavours restricted, data shows

Up to 770,000 UK adults who vape could return to smoking if flavour options were restricted, according to new data, as Parliament debates the Tobacco and Vapes Bill. The findings are based on a December 2025 Opinium survey of 6,000 UK adults…

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WHO chief urges Ireland to close EU nicotine ‘loopholes’ ahead of presidency

The head of the World Health Organisation (WHO) has urged Ireland to use its influence at EU level to tighten regulation of nicotine products, warning of “strong industry opposition” from the tobacco lobby. In a letter dated August 22nd to Health Minister…

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Vape manufacturers signal co-ordinated price increase

The largest vape manufacturers in China, where almost all of vaping hardware is manufactured, have issued a joint letter - seen by Clearing the Air and posted to social media - indicating their intention to raise export prices by up to 13%.…

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Vaping in cars carrying children to be banned in England

Vaping in cars carrying anyone under 18 will be banned in England under government plans to reduce the harm caused by smoking and vapes. The proposal is included in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which is currently progressing through Parliament. Smoking in…

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UK Government consults on expanding smoke-free rules in England

The UK Government will today (Friday) launch a 12-week public consultation on proposals to extend smoke-free legislation in England, as part of its 10 Year Health Plan. The consultation will run from 13 February to 8 May and will help shape regulations…

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