New Zealand to Ban Vaping in Bars and Workplaces

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Associate Minister of Health Jenny Salesa has announced that New Zealand will amend its Smoke-free Environments Act 1990 next year to regulate vaping and smokeless tobacco. This legislative shift aims to balance supporting smokers transitioning to safer alternatives with protecting youth and non-smokers from secondhand exposure.

Although the government recognizes vaping as a significantly less harmful and more affordable tool for smoking cessation, Salesa emphasized that it is not entirely risk-free. The proposed changes seek to establish a safer, regulated market while preventing a new generation from picking up the habit.

The upcoming legislative amendments will introduce several key regulatory changes:

  • Expanded Scope: The law will officially cover both nicotine and nicotine-free vaping liquids, as well as vaping devices and components.
  • Safety Standards: New safety requirements and a product notification system will be established to quickly address safety concerns.
  • Zoning Restrictions: Clear boundaries will be set on where vaping is permitted, outlawing it in schools, cafes, bars, and offices.
  • Specialist Exemptions: Vaping will remain permitted inside specialist R18 retail outlets to accommodate adult smokers.

The public will have an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed regulations when a select committee calls for submissions next year, ensuring community input before the laws are finalized.

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