No fines given to unregistered vape shops in Argyll and Bute
No fines have been issued to unregistered vape shops in Argyll and Bute over the past six years, despite a national register being in place.Summary
New figures reveal that no fines have been given to unregistered vape shops in Argyll and Bute in the last six years. Across Scotland, only 11 penalty notices were issued during that period. This comes after a recent fire at a Glasgow vape shop, which had previously been denied planning permission and owed unpaid rates, raised concerns about regulation. Helensburgh campaigners support increased regulation, and the Scottish Conservatives have criticized the Scottish Government for a “soft-touch system” and underfunding of local councils, leading to lax enforcement. Argyll and Bute currently has 396 premises registered for tobacco and vape products, with 206 specifically for vaping, and some require information updates.
(Source：Helensburgh Advertiser)
