Vaping could be banned within 15m of schools in Scotland
Daily Record
Scotland may ban vaping within 15 metres of schools to protect children’s health.Summary
Scotland’s SNP ministers are exploring how to extend the Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026 to create smoke‑free zones around schools, mirroring the 15‑metre ban already in place around NHS hospitals. The legislation, which prohibits children born after 2009 from buying tobacco, gives the government powers to ban vaping, heated tobacco and e‑cigarettes in public spaces. The move follows rising teenage vape use, which studies link to poorer attendance and behaviour, and is supported by public‑health officials who argue it will protect children’s health. Any action will be subject to consultation and the government will update Parliament with the next steps in due course.
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