Illegal vapes still on sale six months after Government ban, LBC reveals
LBC's investigation found illegal disposable vapes are still openly sold in Nottingham shops six months after the government ban.Summary
Six months after the UK Government banned disposable vapes to combat youth vaping and plastic waste, an LBC investigation in Nottingham revealed that illegal products remain available. Reporter George Icke revisited the city, finding that while the prevalence seemed lower than an initial test in June, four out of 14 shops visited still sold banned disposable vapes. In one instance, a retailer sold a banned 'Banana Ice' Crystal vape for £3.50 without asking for ID, and another offered an 'upgrade' to an illegal, high-nicotine 4000-puff device. A Government spokesperson stated that rogue traders face serious penalties, including unlimited fines or jail time, and confirmed efforts with Trading Standards to enforce the ban. Nottingham City Council urged the public to report any illegal sales to the Citizens Advice Consumer Service for investigation and potential prosecution.
(Source：LBC)
