All you need to know as new vaping laws could come into force
New laws propose banning vaping in cars with children, playgrounds, and near schools to protect vulnerable individuals.Summary
The UK government is considering new laws to restrict vaping and smoking in several public areas. These plans, currently under consultation, aim to ban vaping in cars carrying young people, children’s playgrounds, and outside school premises. The Department of Health states this move will protect children and vulnerable individuals from secondhand smoke and vaping fumes. Existing smoke-free indoor areas will also become vape-free, including workplaces and public transport. Exemptions will apply to outdoor hospitality venues and wide-open public spaces like beaches. Health Secretary Wes Streeting emphasized the importance of protecting children and patients from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke, while Professor Sir Chris Whitty highlighted the health risks associated with exposure to secondhand smoke, particularly for children and those with medical conditions.
(Source：Liverpool Echo)
