The French parliament has unanimously voted in favor of banning the sale of all disposable e-cigarettes amid mounting concerns over youth usage and environmental damage from the single-use devices.
The proposed legislation will outlaw the retail of disposable vaping products, commonly called “puffs” in France, by September 2024 if fully ratified into law following further approvals.
Read moreDisposable or single-use vapes exploded in popularity thanks to novelty flavors and compact aesthetics. But several nations now move to prohibit these devices, known as puff bars, over escalating concerns around youth vaping.
Read moreFrance recently announced plans to ban disposable vapes, known locally as “puffs”, as part of a wider initiative to reduce smoking rates. This has sparked discussion around disposables and their impacts. In this article, we’ll explore the proposed ban, disposable vape concerns, and potential effects.
Read moreGovernment-funded environmental group urges consideration of ban on single use disposable vapes
The issue of single use disposable vapes has reached a critical point in Scotland, with a government-backed report calling for immediate action. Zero Waste Scotland, a not-for-profit group, has highlighted the urgent need to address the growing concern of e-cigarette littering and its detrimental impact on the environment. The report, prepared by Zero Waste Scotland and Dr. Dominic Hogg of Equanimator Ltd, sheds light on the alarming scale of the problem and presents a range of potential policy options to mitigate the issue effectively.
Read moreDisposable e-cigarettes, specifically those known as “puffs” in France, have been gaining significant popularity, especially among teenagers. These sweet and fruit-flavored one-use electronic cigarettes come in brightly colored packaging and are available at prices that are within reach for young people. With their widespread use and increasing presence on social media, disposable e-cigarettes have become a cause for concern for the French government.
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