Newly voted MEPs may change Europe’s hardline approach on vapes
Changes to the make-up of the European Parliament may favour a more lenient approach to vaping as a key tool to help smokers quit, an MEP has said.
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Anti-vaping health body ‘in chaos’ amid wave of resignations
The European Public Health Alliance (EPHA) is reported to be in chaos amid allegations of a “toxic work culture.”
20,000 sign petition to protect vapes
Almost 20,000 people have signed an online petition against a crackdown on vapes in Europe that would put “millions of lives” at risk.
What do Europeans Think About Tobacco Harm Reduction?
In 2023, the European Commission consulted EU citizens and academics to find out what they thought about tobacco harm reduction. Over 15,000 citizens across Europe responded, and the Commission published those responses on their website.
Your Guide to the European Elections
Taking place across four days, 27 countries and in 24 different languages, they are the largest multinational elections in the world. The European elections happen every five years.
What is the EU and how does it work?
The European Union (EU) is a club of 27 countries from across Europe, whose governments all work together. The EU has the power to make laws that apply to all of its member states at once.