Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 88628

Electronic Cigarettes: Environment Protection

Tabled: 10 November 2025

Answered: 14 November 2025

Question

Bob Blackman

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether any cross-departmental work is being undertaken to (a) assess and (b) address the environmental impact of illegally imported disposable vapes.

Answer

Mary Creagh

Single-use vapes have been banned in the UK since 1 June 2025, we are continuing to monitor the impact of the ban, including the illicit market. In March 2025, the Government announced a £10 million funding boost to trading standards to tackle illicit vap...

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