Government to limit vape flavours and advertising in strict new ban
The Irish government approved a new bill to restrict vape flavors, advertising, and accessibility to protect children.Summary
The Irish government has approved the Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) (Amendment) Bill 2026, aiming to reduce the appeal and accessibility of vapes and nicotine products to children. The bill prohibits advertising and point-of-sale displays of nicotine products in retail outlets, restricts colors and imagery on devices and packaging, and bans flavors beyond basic tobacco. It also prohibits the sale of nicotine pouches to individuals under 18. Minister Carroll McNeill emphasized the bill's role in enhancing existing legislation and reducing the visibility of addictive products. Minister Murnane O’Connor highlighted the proactive approach to address new nicotine products, ensuring future protection for children and complementing the ongoing ban on single-use vapes. The legislation is designed to be future-proof, applying to both current and emerging nicotine products.
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