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=18th July 2024= | |||
=== UK King's Speech Revives the Tobacco & Vapes Bill === | |||
This sets out the framework of legislation which the government intend to enact in the upcoming parliament. | |||
It is part of the State Opening of Parliament – which is the beginning of a new year (or session) in UK government. | |||
The Speech is written by the government and delivered by the head of state. | |||
The reason the speech was important for vapers is the fact that it brought up the [https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-tobacco-vapes-bill-2024-what-it-means-for-vapers/ Tobacco and Vapes Bill] proposed by the previous Conservative Government. | |||
Watch the full speech here: https://youtu.be/P71ENZregX0 or read the transcript here: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-kings-speech-2024 | |||
More details from [[Ecigclick]] here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/vaping-implications-of-the-uk-kings-speech-responses/ | |||
=14th July 2024= | |||
=== Secondhand Nicotine Exposure In Children 83% Lower In Vaping Compared To Smoking === | |||
A new study has been published examining the secondhand absorption of nicotine from tobacco smoke versus e-cigarettes / vapes. | |||
You can read the [https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2821086 full study here] or read the summary in [[Ecigclick]] here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/secondhand-nicotine-exposure-in-children-83-lower-in-vaping-compared-to-smoking/ | |||
=12th July 2024= | |||
=== Safer Nicotine Wiki founder Richard Pruen talks Mental Health & Smoking Cessation === | |||
In an excellent article in [https://filtermag.org/mental-health-smoking-cessation/amp/ Filter magazine], the founder of [[Main Page|Safer Nicotine Wiki]] – Richard Pruen – discussed smoking cessation and mental health with Kiran Sidhu an excellent THR journalist. | |||
It is an extremely though provoking article and includes studies of how mental health can impact smoking rates and nicotine requirements. | |||
[[Ecigclick]] have summarised this here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/richard-pruen-kiran-sidhu-discuss-mental-health-smoking-cessation/ | |||
=== NNA Urges New Health Secretary To Consider Adults In Vaping Policy === | |||
The [[NNA]] (New Nicotine Alliance) have written a letter to Wes Streeting on the new UK government’s approach to smoking and vaping. They are urging parliament to consider positive results of safer nicotine alternatives in adults and how the benefits can be capitalised on. | |||
You can view the full letter [https://nnalliance.org/nnanews/news/401-nna-writes-to-labour-health-secretary here] or [[Ecigclick]] have written an article about it here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/nna-urges-new-health-secretary-to-consider-adults-in-vaping-policy/ | |||
=3rd July 2024= | |||
=== [[UKVIA]] poll shows little confidence that politicians can deliver a smokefree Britain === | |||
There is very little faith that the big three political parties can secure a smokefree Britain, according to a poll carried out by the UK Vaping Industry Association. | |||
Read more here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ukvia-survey-shows-no-faith-in-uk-government-for-smokefree-britain/ | |||
=== "Let's Talk E-cigarettes" June 2024 Podcast === | |||
This series of Podcasts has been created by Dr Jamie Hartmann-Boyce and Dr Nicola Lindson of the University of Oxford. Funding from Cancer Research UK has aided the production of these. | |||
They bring together latest research and also have invited guests. | |||
This episode includes the amazing Louise Ross. | |||
More info here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/lets-talk-e-cigarettes-june-2024-podcast-now-available/ | |||
=30th June 2024= | |||
=== Updates From GFN 2024 === | |||
[[Ecigclick]] have covered some of the main points raised at this years [[GFN|GFN 2024]]. | |||
Oh and the wonderful [[Colin Mendelsohn]] won the Michael Russell award! | |||
Read more... | |||
* https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/gfn-discusses-uk-stance-on-vaping-plus-dr-colin-mendelsohn-wins-the-michael-russell-award/ | |||
* https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/gfn-2024-round-up-who-said-what/ | |||
=== Twitter / X Community Notes - Fighting THR Misinformation! === | |||
Lately Twitter / X community notes have been fighting back against misinformation about vaping and THR (Tobacco Harm Reduction). | |||
It is such a wonderful thing to see – that the public are able to counteract blatant lies from large organisations! | |||
It seems the W.H.O. are collecting them! | |||
Read more here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/twitter-x-community-notes-fighting-misinformation/ | |||
=== Study Investigates Which Is More Effective For Quitting Smoking - Vaping Vs Champix / Chantix === | |||
You can read the study here: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2820176?guestAccessKey=b7e7ddd0-bb9a-4a9d-8cd0-3fc18dd37603 | |||
Ecigclick have summarised the study here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/which-is-better-for-quitting-smoking-champix-or-vaping/ | |||
=== UK General Election 2024 - Political Parties Vaping Policies === | |||
Ecigclick have investigated the policies of the main UK political parties in regard to harm reduction and vaping: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-political-parties-stance-on-vaping-general-election-2024/ | |||
=== Potential EU Vape Flavour Ban? === | |||
This has come about due to the EU revising the EUTPD (European Tobacco Products Directive). In the UK we have our own [[TPD]] which limits nicotine strengths and tank / bottle sizes. | |||
On the 21st June 2024, a proposed meeting of the EU health ministers was to be held and the Danish Health Minister added proposals to the agenda. | |||
Read more here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/potential-eu-flavour-ban/ | |||
=== What Nicotine E-liquid Strengths Are Used In The UK? === | |||
As the UK government has proposed to add a [https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-to-tax-vaping-products-industry-reactions/ tax to e-liquids] based on nicotine strength this study examined what the most popular strengths were for adult vapers. | |||
A lot of great points were made about how this will impact vapers, smokers and ex-smokers and could cause relapsing or not quitting at all. | |||
You can read the full paper here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/add.16576 | |||
Summarised by Ecigclick here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/what-nicotine-e-liquid-strengths-do-we-use-in-the-uk/ | |||
=11th June 2024= | |||
=== June Is Nicotine Pouch Awareness Month – Considerate Pouchers === | |||
From this year forward Considerate Pouchers will mark June as “Pouch Awareness Month” to raise awareness of this effective harm-reduction tool. https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/june-is-nicotine-pouch-awareness-month-considerate-pouchers/ | |||
=== [[UKVIA]] Has Published “10 Vaping Truths” Factsheet! === | |||
To help respond to the current misinformation epidemic the UKVIA has published “10 vaping truths” factsheet. https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ukvia-has-published-10-vaping-truths-factsheet/ | |||
Unfortunately as was seen in a recent worldwide survey, there are huge public misperceptions about the danger of vaping versus smoking. | |||
You can download the [https://ukvia.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/10-Vaping-Truths-Factsheet.pdf full factsheet here]. | |||
It is a one page format with the 10 most important facts about vaping presented clearly with links to verification data. | |||
=== IBVTA Responsible Vaping Manifesto Launched! === | |||
Yes it is general election “fever” in the UK and all parties are vying for your vote! | |||
One issue that unites vapers is the hope whichever political party are in power in July will be sympathetic to vaping. | |||
The IBVTA (Independent British Vape Trade Association) are calling all parties to work collaboratively to help design any proposed vaping policy, law or regulation. https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ibvta-responsible-vaping-manifesto-launched/ | |||
You can download a copy of [https://www.ibvta.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IBVTA-Responsible-Vaping-Manifesto-PDF.pdf IBVTA Responsible Vaping Manifesto here]. | |||
=29th May 2024= | |||
=== UK Tobacco & Vapes Bill Ditched (for now!) === | |||
Due to the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announcing a general election on July 4th it means some of the proposed legislation has had to be pushed aside. | |||
The parliament as it stands will be dissolved as of 24th May 2024. Any bills which could not be completed before this are therefore cast aside. | |||
It appears the Tobacco and Vapes bill is one that will not be put through the full process in time and will have to be discarded. | |||
More info here https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-tobacco-vapes-bill-ditched/ | |||
=== World Misperceptions of Vaping V Smoking === | |||
A new global survey has highlighted the world misperception regarding vaping v smoking risks. | |||
The survey was conducted by Ipsos and We Are Innovation and 27,000 people who smoke in 28 countries participated. | |||
[[Ecigclick]] reported on it here https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/world-misperception-regarding-vaping-v-smoking-risks/ | |||
You can visit the [https://weareinnovation.global/new-global-survey-reveals-widespread-misunderstanding-of-vaping-among-smokers/ introduction page here] and view the [https://weareinnovation.global/documents/wai-ipsos-innovation-misperception-epidemic.pdf full findings in PDF format here]. | |||
=== 2024 ASH Survey on Vaping === | |||
ASH have collected this data since 2013 so it provides a great insight into the vaping and smoking habits of the UK. https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/2024-ash-uk-survey-on-vaping-results/ | |||
The survey in question is the ASH Smokefree survey and there are 2 categories – adults and youth. | |||
You can view the presentation created for the E-cig Summit (US) held on 14th May 2024 [https://ash.org.uk/uploads/ASH-DA-US-e-cig-summit-240514.pdf?v=1715611456 here]. | |||
Also the associated press release from ASH can be found [https://ash.org.uk/media-centre/news/press-releases/new-figures-show-youth-vaping-has-plateaued-while-adult-vaping-is-at-an-all-time-high here]. | |||
=== World Vape Day 30th May === | |||
Time for World Vape Day 2024 – this year it is to be held on 30th May! https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/world-vape-day-2024-30th-may/ | |||
This day is to celebrate harm reduction efforts and falls just one day before the “World No Tobacco Day” created by WHO (World Health Organisation). | |||
=12th April 2024= | |||
=== NO VAPE TAX Campaign Launch! === | |||
[[File:NO VAPE TAX Logo.jpg|thumb|No Vape Tax website campaign logo https://novapetax.uk/]] | |||
The No Vape Tax campaign has been launched today! You can visit it here https://novapetax.uk/. | |||
It is a joint collaboration between the [https://nnalliance.org/ NNA (New Nicotine Alliance)] and [https://vapers.org.uk/ Vapers.org.uk]. | |||
The No Vape Tax website tells you various ways you can get your voice heard. | |||
The site guides you through how to respond to the public consultation, or you can send your story to be displayed on the homepage. | |||
Plus it suggests emailing your own MP with a link to help you find out who to write to. | |||
Please get involved as this will be a disaster for vapers and those using vaping to stop smoking. Higher nicotine e-liquids will be taxed the heaviest and these are what most people will need to help quit smoking. Also it is another blow to those suffering with the cost of living. | |||
=20th March 2024= | |||
=== UK Tobacco & Vapes Bill 2024 === | |||
Today the UK Government published their Tobacco & Vapes bill 2024 and it is not great news for vapers. | |||
[[Ecigclick]] have covered the contents and impacts for vapers here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-tobacco-vapes-bill-2024-what-it-means-for-vapers/ | |||
You can read the bill in full here: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/tobacco-and-vapes-bill-2024. | |||
Also there is a summary with regard to vaping here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/tobacco-and-vapes-bill-factsheets. | |||
Responses have so far come in from... | |||
* The [[World vapers alliance|WVA]] here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/wva-reaction-to-the-uk-tobacco-vapes-bill/ | |||
* IBVTA here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ibvta-reaction-to-the-uk-tobacco-vapes-bill/ | |||
* [[Clive Bates]] here: https://clivebates.com/uk-policy-on-tobacco-and-vaping-a-muddle-and-a-mess/ | |||
=10th March 2024= | |||
=== UK Vaping Products Duty Public Consultation Launched === | |||
The UK government are to introduce a vape tax – otherwise known as the “Vaping Products Duty“ in 2026. More here on [[Ecigclick]] : https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-vaping-products-duty-consultation/[[File:Nicotine-tax-examples3.jpg|thumb|alt=Image showing e-liquid prices with new tax applied|Vape Tax Examples]] | |||
A public consultation has been launched which will gather views on the tax proposals and their structure. | |||
I '''urge''' all UK vapers and those in the vape industry – especially retailers – to take part and help amend this extortionate policy to something more suitable. | |||
As a principle the addition of tax is understandable. But I think the level of taxation is far too heavy and – to put it mildly – it is greedy. | |||
For instance in the image you can see examples of how a 10ml bottle of 20mg nicotine strength e-liquid which currently retails for £3.99 will increase to £6.99 once the tax is applied. Also a 100ml bottle of nicotine free (shortfill) e-liquid which is currently £9.99 will increase to double the price at £19.99 with the new tax (£1 per 10ml). It is shocking. | |||
==== How To Take Part ==== | |||
You can view the summary document here https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/65e80ba108eef600115a5621/Vaping_Products_Duty_Consultation.pdf, it covers the background of the proposals and lists the questions which will be included in the consultation. | |||
When responding ask yourself these questions… | |||
* Will this put you off vaping and make you return to smoking? | |||
* Will you buy e-liquids from the Black Market (i.e. no tax applied?) | |||
* If you need high nicotine strengths will you have to cut down to a lower strength thus risking your attempt to stay away from tobacco? | |||
* If you are considering switching from tobacco to vaping – is this increase in price less of an incentive to switch? | |||
* Do you agree with the tax? If so would a more reasonable rate (i.e. £1 per bottle regardless of strength or volume) be acceptable? | |||
* Will this system stop underage vapers? | |||
* Will this be damaging to your business (retailers)? | |||
* How much will it cost you to implement the new tax (retailers), i.e. altering displays, repricing stock, amending POS systems? | |||
To send your response download the response form in Word format here https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/65eb1e4a3649a2c772ed63a3/Consultation_response_template.docx. | |||
Then email the completed form to [mailto:Vapingproductsduty@hmrc.gov.uk vapingproductsduty@hmrc.gov.uk] with “Vaping Products Duty consultation response” as the subject. | |||
If you want to comment further or discuss topics in more depth, written submissions are also accepted. | |||
Make sure to respond by the 29th May 2024. | |||
=6th March 2024= | =6th March 2024= | ||
=== UK Vaping Products Levy (vape tax) announced === | === UK Vaping Products Levy (vape tax) announced === | ||
[[File:Nic-tax.jpg|alt=Proposed nicotine tax on e-liquid rates|thumb|Proposed nicotine tax on e-liquid rates|left|325x325px]] | |||
Unfortunately today in his Spring Budget announcement, the Chancellor has stated that vaping products will be subject to tax. | Unfortunately today in his Spring Budget announcement, the Chancellor has stated that vaping products will be subject to tax. | ||
This will apply to e-liquids and the rate will depend on the nicotine strength. | This will apply to e-liquids and the rate will depend on the nicotine strength. | ||
We have covered this, with an explanation of how and when this tax will take place, plus various reactions from the vaping industry and advocates. | We have covered this, with an explanation of how and when this tax will take place, plus various reactions from the vaping industry and advocates. | ||
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Revision as of 12:36, 18 July 2024
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18th July 2024
UK King's Speech Revives the Tobacco & Vapes Bill
This sets out the framework of legislation which the government intend to enact in the upcoming parliament.
It is part of the State Opening of Parliament – which is the beginning of a new year (or session) in UK government.
The Speech is written by the government and delivered by the head of state.
The reason the speech was important for vapers is the fact that it brought up the Tobacco and Vapes Bill proposed by the previous Conservative Government.
Watch the full speech here: https://youtu.be/P71ENZregX0 or read the transcript here: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-kings-speech-2024
More details from Ecigclick here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/vaping-implications-of-the-uk-kings-speech-responses/
14th July 2024
Secondhand Nicotine Exposure In Children 83% Lower In Vaping Compared To Smoking
A new study has been published examining the secondhand absorption of nicotine from tobacco smoke versus e-cigarettes / vapes.
You can read the full study here or read the summary in Ecigclick here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/secondhand-nicotine-exposure-in-children-83-lower-in-vaping-compared-to-smoking/
12th July 2024
Safer Nicotine Wiki founder Richard Pruen talks Mental Health & Smoking Cessation
In an excellent article in Filter magazine, the founder of Safer Nicotine Wiki – Richard Pruen – discussed smoking cessation and mental health with Kiran Sidhu an excellent THR journalist.
It is an extremely though provoking article and includes studies of how mental health can impact smoking rates and nicotine requirements.
Ecigclick have summarised this here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/richard-pruen-kiran-sidhu-discuss-mental-health-smoking-cessation/
NNA Urges New Health Secretary To Consider Adults In Vaping Policy
The NNA (New Nicotine Alliance) have written a letter to Wes Streeting on the new UK government’s approach to smoking and vaping. They are urging parliament to consider positive results of safer nicotine alternatives in adults and how the benefits can be capitalised on.
You can view the full letter here or Ecigclick have written an article about it here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/nna-urges-new-health-secretary-to-consider-adults-in-vaping-policy/
3rd July 2024
UKVIA poll shows little confidence that politicians can deliver a smokefree Britain
There is very little faith that the big three political parties can secure a smokefree Britain, according to a poll carried out by the UK Vaping Industry Association.
Read more here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ukvia-survey-shows-no-faith-in-uk-government-for-smokefree-britain/
"Let's Talk E-cigarettes" June 2024 Podcast
This series of Podcasts has been created by Dr Jamie Hartmann-Boyce and Dr Nicola Lindson of the University of Oxford. Funding from Cancer Research UK has aided the production of these.
They bring together latest research and also have invited guests.
This episode includes the amazing Louise Ross.
More info here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/lets-talk-e-cigarettes-june-2024-podcast-now-available/
30th June 2024
Updates From GFN 2024
Ecigclick have covered some of the main points raised at this years GFN 2024.
Oh and the wonderful Colin Mendelsohn won the Michael Russell award!
Read more...
- https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/gfn-discusses-uk-stance-on-vaping-plus-dr-colin-mendelsohn-wins-the-michael-russell-award/
- https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/gfn-2024-round-up-who-said-what/
Twitter / X Community Notes - Fighting THR Misinformation!
Lately Twitter / X community notes have been fighting back against misinformation about vaping and THR (Tobacco Harm Reduction).
It is such a wonderful thing to see – that the public are able to counteract blatant lies from large organisations!
It seems the W.H.O. are collecting them!
Read more here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/twitter-x-community-notes-fighting-misinformation/
Study Investigates Which Is More Effective For Quitting Smoking - Vaping Vs Champix / Chantix
You can read the study here: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2820176?guestAccessKey=b7e7ddd0-bb9a-4a9d-8cd0-3fc18dd37603
Ecigclick have summarised the study here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/which-is-better-for-quitting-smoking-champix-or-vaping/
UK General Election 2024 - Political Parties Vaping Policies
Ecigclick have investigated the policies of the main UK political parties in regard to harm reduction and vaping: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-political-parties-stance-on-vaping-general-election-2024/
Potential EU Vape Flavour Ban?
This has come about due to the EU revising the EUTPD (European Tobacco Products Directive). In the UK we have our own TPD which limits nicotine strengths and tank / bottle sizes.
On the 21st June 2024, a proposed meeting of the EU health ministers was to be held and the Danish Health Minister added proposals to the agenda.
Read more here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/potential-eu-flavour-ban/
What Nicotine E-liquid Strengths Are Used In The UK?
As the UK government has proposed to add a tax to e-liquids based on nicotine strength this study examined what the most popular strengths were for adult vapers.
A lot of great points were made about how this will impact vapers, smokers and ex-smokers and could cause relapsing or not quitting at all.
You can read the full paper here: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/add.16576
Summarised by Ecigclick here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/what-nicotine-e-liquid-strengths-do-we-use-in-the-uk/
11th June 2024
June Is Nicotine Pouch Awareness Month – Considerate Pouchers
From this year forward Considerate Pouchers will mark June as “Pouch Awareness Month” to raise awareness of this effective harm-reduction tool. https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/june-is-nicotine-pouch-awareness-month-considerate-pouchers/
UKVIA Has Published “10 Vaping Truths” Factsheet!
To help respond to the current misinformation epidemic the UKVIA has published “10 vaping truths” factsheet. https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ukvia-has-published-10-vaping-truths-factsheet/
Unfortunately as was seen in a recent worldwide survey, there are huge public misperceptions about the danger of vaping versus smoking.
You can download the full factsheet here.
It is a one page format with the 10 most important facts about vaping presented clearly with links to verification data.
IBVTA Responsible Vaping Manifesto Launched!
Yes it is general election “fever” in the UK and all parties are vying for your vote!
One issue that unites vapers is the hope whichever political party are in power in July will be sympathetic to vaping.
The IBVTA (Independent British Vape Trade Association) are calling all parties to work collaboratively to help design any proposed vaping policy, law or regulation. https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ibvta-responsible-vaping-manifesto-launched/
You can download a copy of IBVTA Responsible Vaping Manifesto here.
29th May 2024
UK Tobacco & Vapes Bill Ditched (for now!)
Due to the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announcing a general election on July 4th it means some of the proposed legislation has had to be pushed aside.
The parliament as it stands will be dissolved as of 24th May 2024. Any bills which could not be completed before this are therefore cast aside.
It appears the Tobacco and Vapes bill is one that will not be put through the full process in time and will have to be discarded.
More info here https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-tobacco-vapes-bill-ditched/
World Misperceptions of Vaping V Smoking
A new global survey has highlighted the world misperception regarding vaping v smoking risks.
The survey was conducted by Ipsos and We Are Innovation and 27,000 people who smoke in 28 countries participated.
Ecigclick reported on it here https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/world-misperception-regarding-vaping-v-smoking-risks/
You can visit the introduction page here and view the full findings in PDF format here.
2024 ASH Survey on Vaping
ASH have collected this data since 2013 so it provides a great insight into the vaping and smoking habits of the UK. https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/2024-ash-uk-survey-on-vaping-results/
The survey in question is the ASH Smokefree survey and there are 2 categories – adults and youth.
You can view the presentation created for the E-cig Summit (US) held on 14th May 2024 here.
Also the associated press release from ASH can be found here.
World Vape Day 30th May
Time for World Vape Day 2024 – this year it is to be held on 30th May! https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/world-vape-day-2024-30th-may/
This day is to celebrate harm reduction efforts and falls just one day before the “World No Tobacco Day” created by WHO (World Health Organisation).
12th April 2024
NO VAPE TAX Campaign Launch!
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The No Vape Tax campaign has been launched today! You can visit it here https://novapetax.uk/.
It is a joint collaboration between the NNA (New Nicotine Alliance) and Vapers.org.uk.
The No Vape Tax website tells you various ways you can get your voice heard.
The site guides you through how to respond to the public consultation, or you can send your story to be displayed on the homepage.
Plus it suggests emailing your own MP with a link to help you find out who to write to.
Please get involved as this will be a disaster for vapers and those using vaping to stop smoking. Higher nicotine e-liquids will be taxed the heaviest and these are what most people will need to help quit smoking. Also it is another blow to those suffering with the cost of living.
20th March 2024
UK Tobacco & Vapes Bill 2024
Today the UK Government published their Tobacco & Vapes bill 2024 and it is not great news for vapers.
Ecigclick have covered the contents and impacts for vapers here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-tobacco-vapes-bill-2024-what-it-means-for-vapers/
You can read the bill in full here: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/tobacco-and-vapes-bill-2024.
Also there is a summary with regard to vaping here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/tobacco-and-vapes-bill-factsheets.
Responses have so far come in from...
- The WVA here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/wva-reaction-to-the-uk-tobacco-vapes-bill/
- IBVTA here: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ibvta-reaction-to-the-uk-tobacco-vapes-bill/
- Clive Bates here: https://clivebates.com/uk-policy-on-tobacco-and-vaping-a-muddle-and-a-mess/
10th March 2024
UK Vaping Products Duty Public Consultation Launched
The UK government are to introduce a vape tax – otherwise known as the “Vaping Products Duty“ in 2026. More here on Ecigclick : https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-vaping-products-duty-consultation/
![Image showing e-liquid prices with new tax applied](/mediawiki/images/thumb/b/b5/Nicotine-tax-examples3.jpg/300px-Nicotine-tax-examples3.jpg)
A public consultation has been launched which will gather views on the tax proposals and their structure.
I urge all UK vapers and those in the vape industry – especially retailers – to take part and help amend this extortionate policy to something more suitable.
As a principle the addition of tax is understandable. But I think the level of taxation is far too heavy and – to put it mildly – it is greedy.
For instance in the image you can see examples of how a 10ml bottle of 20mg nicotine strength e-liquid which currently retails for £3.99 will increase to £6.99 once the tax is applied. Also a 100ml bottle of nicotine free (shortfill) e-liquid which is currently £9.99 will increase to double the price at £19.99 with the new tax (£1 per 10ml). It is shocking.
How To Take Part
You can view the summary document here https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/65e80ba108eef600115a5621/Vaping_Products_Duty_Consultation.pdf, it covers the background of the proposals and lists the questions which will be included in the consultation.
When responding ask yourself these questions…
- Will this put you off vaping and make you return to smoking?
- Will you buy e-liquids from the Black Market (i.e. no tax applied?)
- If you need high nicotine strengths will you have to cut down to a lower strength thus risking your attempt to stay away from tobacco?
- If you are considering switching from tobacco to vaping – is this increase in price less of an incentive to switch?
- Do you agree with the tax? If so would a more reasonable rate (i.e. £1 per bottle regardless of strength or volume) be acceptable?
- Will this system stop underage vapers?
- Will this be damaging to your business (retailers)?
- How much will it cost you to implement the new tax (retailers), i.e. altering displays, repricing stock, amending POS systems?
To send your response download the response form in Word format here https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/65eb1e4a3649a2c772ed63a3/Consultation_response_template.docx.
Then email the completed form to vapingproductsduty@hmrc.gov.uk with “Vaping Products Duty consultation response” as the subject.
If you want to comment further or discuss topics in more depth, written submissions are also accepted.
Make sure to respond by the 29th May 2024.
6th March 2024
UK Vaping Products Levy (vape tax) announced
![Proposed nicotine tax on e-liquid rates](/mediawiki/images/thumb/f/ff/Nic-tax.jpg/325px-Nic-tax.jpg)
Unfortunately today in his Spring Budget announcement, the Chancellor has stated that vaping products will be subject to tax.
This will apply to e-liquids and the rate will depend on the nicotine strength.
We have covered this, with an explanation of how and when this tax will take place, plus various reactions from the vaping industry and advocates.
We will try to keep this up to date as new reactions are published.
https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-to-tax-vaping-products-industry-reactions/
5th March 2024
UK Proposing A Vape Tax?
Is there a new "Vape Tax" on the horizon for the UK? We await the Spring Budget announcement due Wednesday 6th March 2024.
In the meantime here is what we know so far, including responses from UKVIA, NNA, WVA & WeVape : https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/possible-uk-vape-tax-industry-responses/
29th January 2024
UK Government bans disposable vapes
The UK Government today announces a ban on disposable vapes, restrictions on packaging & flavours, further enforcement action and a generational ban on buying tobacco. All covered here in Ecigclick: https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-government-bans-disposable-vapes/
You can read the full UK Government press release here https://www.gov.uk/government/news/disposable-vapes-banned-to-protect-childrens-health
So far the UKVIA ( https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ukvia-response-to-uk-disposable-vape-ban/ ) and WVA ( https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/wva-response-to-uk-disposable-vape-ban-press-release/ ) have published their responses.
Here is the response from the NNA (New Nicotine Alliance) https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/nna-response-to-uk-disposable-vape-ban/
The government has also published the consultation outcome https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/creating-a-smokefree-generation-and-tackling-youth-vaping
10th November 2023
COP10 FCTC Postponed Until 2024!
Due to unrest in Panama and the fact there was nobody to organise the conference, the COP10 FCTC scheduled for 20-25th November has been postponed until 2024! More here in Ecigclick - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/cop10-fctc-postponed-until-2024
7th November 2023
Ecigclick Chats To Colin Mendelsohn
Ecigclick chats to another passionate THR Superstar - Colin Mendelsohn!! Read more here - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/colin-mendelsohn-chats-to-ecigclick/
4th November 2023
Ecigclick Chats To Kim Skip Murray
Ecigclick highlights another THR Superstar - Kim Skip Murray - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/kim-skip-murray-chats-to-ecigclick/
Ecigclick Chats To Kurt Yeo
In another THR Superstar interview we throw the spotlight on Kurt Yeo from Vaping Saved My Life - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/kurt-yeo-chats-to-ecigclick/
How To Spot A Dodgy Vape
Following on from a Tweet by Lincolnshire Trading Standards, Ecigclick have created a guide on how to spot illegal and counterfeit vapes - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/how-to-spot-a-dodgy-vape
22nd October 2023
Ecigclick Chats To Richard Pruen - Main Man Behind Safer Nicotine Wiki
Read all about the man behind the screens who keeps the wiki running, find out if he vapes and his opinions on THR worldwide - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/richard-pruen-talks-to-ecigclick/
COPWATCH Find Sneaky Hidden Files For COP10 Delegates
The group COPWATCH have come across some files for COP10 FCTC delegates which were not published with the rest of the agenda items. They cover Disposable Vapes and Nicotine Pouches and are apparently not very erm... scientific...
Read about this on Ecigclick plus links to the files - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/copwatch-more-misinformation-from-who-prior-to-cop10/
And the COPWATCH article - https://copwatch.info/the-who-publishes-anonymously-written-papers-designed-to-gaslight-parties-at-cop10
Respect Vapers Ireland Call To Action
A new public consultation on vaping is due to be launched on 7th November 2023 by the Irish Government. Please urge people to get involved when it is live.
More here on Ecigclick - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/respect-vapers-raise-your-voice-in-the-ireland-vaping-consultation/
WVA Call For UK Public To "Save Flavours, Save Disposables"
In response to the UK Smoking and Vaping public consultation, the WVA are asking people to get involved and take part in the survey.
More here on Ecigclick - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/wva-uk-save-flavours-save-disposables/
Visit the WVA campaign page here - https://worldvapersalliance.com/uk-save-flavours-save-disposables/
Take part in the consultation here before the 6th December 2023 - https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/creating-a-smokefree-generation-and-tackling-youth-vaping
Guide to the consultation and how to get involved - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-government-smoking-vaping-consultation/
UKVIA Launch Sustainable Vaping Week
To try and counteract the waste from vapes, especially disposables, the UKVIA have created a sustainable vaping week, plus their own "Recycle Vapes" information hub.
More here on Ecigclick - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ukvia-sustainable-vaping-week-kicks-off/
Sustainable vaping week info - https://recycle-vapes.co.uk/sustainable-vaping-week/
Recycle Vapes information hub for vapers and industry - https://recycle-vapes.co.uk/
13th October 2023
The UK Government Consultation On Smoking & Vaping 2023
The UK Government has published a public consultation on Smoking & Vaping to help shape future regulation.
It is important that all safer nicotine users take part and tell their own story. Their own experience is evidence.
Ecigclick have a summary here and a guide to participation - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-government-smoking-vaping-consultation/
Documents on the Gov website cover the consultation and explain the questions and topics...
- https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-sets-out-next-steps-to-create-smokefree-generation
- https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/creating-a-smokefree-generation-and-tackling-youth-vaping/creating-a-smokefree-generation-and-tackling-youth-vaping-your-views
You can partake in the consultation here - https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/creating-a-smokefree-generation-and-tackling-youth-vaping
UKVIA has published a statement in response - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ukvia-response-to-uk-government-smoking-vaping-consultation/
IBVTA have also published their response - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ibvta-responds-to-uk-government-smoking-vaping-consultation/
10th October 2023
The UK Government to stand up for vaping at COP10?
An article in The Sun - states that the UK will fight for vaping at COP10 and will urge other countries to follow their example - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/uk-to-stand-up-for-vaping-at-cop10/
UKVIA To Launch Vape Recycling Information Hub plus "Sustainable Vaping Week" from 16th October
More info here at Ecigclick - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ukvia-to-launch-vape-recycling-information-hub/
Or read the UKVIA press release - https://www.ukvia.co.uk/ukvia-to-launch-new-vape-recycling-information-hub-and-sustainable-vaping-week/
EU Proposing To Ban Nicotine Pouches?
WVA Press Release - "A leaked report from the European Commission proposing to ban nicotine pouches questions EU smoke-free goals"
4th October 2023
Rishi Sunak cracks down on Smoking & Youth Vaping
Today the UK government announced plans to reduce tobacco smoking and youth vaping.
Summarised here on Ecigclick - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/rishi-cracks-down-on-uk-smoking-youth-vaping/
View the whole government paper here - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/stopping-the-start-our-new-plan-to-create-a-smokefree-generation
Various organisations have published responses...
IBVTA – IBVTA welcomes tobacco phase out but highlights role of vapes as smoking cessation tool.
WVA (World Vapers’ Alliance) – Sunak’s cigarette ban misses the point on reducing smoking rates.
London Tobacco Alliance – London Tobacco Alliance Response To Rishi Sunak’s Announcement On Smoking.
ASH – APPG Smoking & Health and ASH Welcome Rishi Sunak’s Announcement On Smoking.
Science Media Centre – Expert Reaction To Rishi Sunak’s Announcement On Smoking.
29th September 2023
The Case For Flavours in THR?
Dr Konstantinos Farsalinos has updated his paper on "The case for flavours in tobacco harm reduction, to save lives" - https://media.thr.net/strapi/34d52398d9056adece15e8bda5172870.pdf?updated_at=2023-08-29T12:28:33.423Z
Restricting Vape Flavours Results In Increased Cigarette Sales
A new study - https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4586701
22nd September 2023
Ireland Disposable Vape Ban?
It is looking very likely there will be a ban on disposable vapes on the way in Ireland soon, on top of additional regulations.
More here at Ecigclick - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ireland-disposable-vape-ban-is-likely/
Also the WVA have published a press release in response - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/wva-response-to-ireland-tightening-vaping-regulations/
15th September 2023
Global Vape Alliance Launched
A new Global Vape Alliance has been launched.
"The Global Vape Alliance for the first time brings together major international vaping bodies including the Electronic Cigarette Industry Committee of the China Electronics Chamber of Commerce (ECCC), the US Vapor Technology Association (VTA), the “UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA)” and the Independent European Vape Alliance (IEVA)."
Above quoted from the Press release from UKVIA - https://www.ukvia.co.uk/announcement-new-global-vape-alliance-unveiled/
Global Vape Alliance website - https://globalvapealliance.com/
A summary here from Ecigclick - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/global-vape-alliance/
12th September 2023
Is there a UK disposable vape ban on the horizon?
Read more on Ecigclick - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/is-a-uk-disposable-vape-ban-on-the-horizon/
Includes responses from the WVA, NNA, UKVIA, IEA , IBVTA .
Cochrane compares different methods of Cigarette Cessation
Spoiler - vaping comes out as the most effective!!
Summary here - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/cochrane-are-e-cigs-the-most-effective-way-to-quit-smoking/
1st September 2023
UKVIA Ends Tobacco Company Membership
In a press release today the UKVIA (UK Vaping Industry Association) announced they would no longer accept large tobacco companies as members.
Read the press release here on ecigclick https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ukvia-ends-tobacco-company-membership/
Or the UKVIA website https://www.ukvia.co.uk/media-statement-regarding-the-departure-of-tobacco-companies-from-the-ukvia/
17th August 2023
How Come Sweden Is Almost Smoke Free?
Smoke Free Sweden have issued a new report on how they are close to the Smoke free goal of 5% or less smoking rate - an interesting read and they say...
"This follow-up report is a call to the WHO and global public health to study the harm reduction strategies so successfully employed by Sweden"
Read the PDF report here https://smokefreesweden.org/wp-content/themes/smokefreesweden/assets/pdf/reports/Report_SAVING%20LIVES%20LIKE%20SWEDEN.pdf
10th August 2023
New Study - Smokers would appreciate Health Care Interventions to help them transition to vaping
Ecigclick have reported on the new study showing how smokers / vapers would react to different health care interventions to aid them to quit / stay away from smoking - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/would-uk-smokers-welcome-nhs-vaping-support/
You can also view the study here https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/17579139231185481
9th August 2023
New Study - Smokers Switching To Vapes Could Save NHS More Than £500m A Year
A new study has been published from the Brunel University London.
Ecigclick have covered it here... https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/switching-to-vapes-could-save-nhs-more-than-500m-a-year/
The article from the Brunel website is here https://www.brunel.ac.uk/news-and-events/news/articles/NHS-would-save-more-than-500m-a-year-if-half-of-England's-adult-smokers-vaped-instead
The full study is online - but behind a paywall https://www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/epub/10.12968/bjhc.2023.0046
3rd August 2023
ASH UK - E-cigarette Use In Great Britain 2023 Results
ASH UK have published the results of their e-cigarette use in Great Britain survey - read the full results here https://ash.org.uk/uploads/Use-of-e-cigarettes-among-adults-in-Great-Britain-2023.pdf
Also you can read their press release here https://ash.org.uk/media-centre/news/press-releases/four-in-ten-smokers-wrongly-believe-that-vaping-is-as-or-more-harmful-as-smoking
Sadly 4 in 10 smokers are scared of vaping.
Ecigclick have written an article summarising the main points here https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/4-in-10-smokers-wrongly-fear-vaping-ash-e-cigarette-use-in-gb-2023-survey-results/
Various responses have already been published.
The IBVTA have published a press release - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ibvta-statement-on-ash-yougov-e-cigarette-use-in-gb-2023-survey/
Various health professionals have made excellent responses - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/expert-reaction-to-ash-e-cigarette-use-in-gb-2023-survey/
The NNA have also responded https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/nna-responds-to-the-ash-vaping-results/
To help counteract the negative perception of vaping, ASH UK have produced an great "Mythbusting" article on all the common myths - https://ash.org.uk/uploads/Addressing-common-myths-about-vaping-ASH-brief.pdf
I know ASH UK policies are not always popular with vapers but at least they see vaping for the benefit of accelerating the decrease in smoking rate. Unlike some of their counterparts – cough – ASH Scotland…ASH USA
They are generally sympathetic to vaping and see it as an important tool to reduce smoking in the UK and in a recent Health and Social Care committee - the Chief Exec of ASH UK - Deborah Arnott - was one of the few actually talking sense and sticking up for vaping in the horrific first panel. https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/health-social-care-youth-vaping/
If you want to see more responses by various organisations / experts - I have summarised them here in our Article - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/updates-to-health-social-care-committee-on-youth-vaping/
Other Vape News this week...
Vapes performed better than NRT in helping pregnant smokers quit - new study - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/vapes-more-effective-than-nrt-patches-for-pregnant-smokers/
The UK branch of Cochrane is to close - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/cochrane-uk-to-close/
The WVA have responded to the latest dollop of misinformation oozing from the WHO - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/wva-rebuffs-who-press-release/
31st July 2023
Crazy News Headlines on Vaping!
Some absolutely crazy articles started appearing in the UK media regarding the horrific disease - "Vape Tongue" - total lies - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/hilarious-vape-tongue-articles/
A great study looked into ways to help smokers transition to vaping, overcoming obstacles including access, advice and the negative perception - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/amazing-study-on-helping-smokers-transition-to-vaping/
ASH UK published their survey results on the opinion of Tobacco and Vaping control in the UK - https://www.ecigclick.co.uk/ash-tobacco-vaping-control-survey-results-2023/