Scottish Greens call for tighter regulation on vape shops
The Scottish Greens are urging for vape shops to be licensed and better regulated following a fire in Glasgow.Summary
Following a fire at a vape retailer in Glasgow, the Scottish Greens are renewing their calls for stricter regulation of vape shops. Currently, retailers only need to join a national register, unlike alcohol sales which require licensing. Gillian Mackay MSP, Co-Leader of the Scottish Greens, has repeatedly voiced concerns about the lack of oversight and advocates for a licensing system managed by local councils. She also highlights the need to protect children and young people from accessing these products, and the potential dangers of lithium-ion batteries used in vapes. Glasgow Green Cllr Christy Mearns emphasized the devastating economic impact of the fire and the need for government action to regulate vape products and their storage, questioning their overall safety for sale on high streets.
(Source：Scottish Greens)
