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Poland’s Ministry of Finance has proposed a new PLN 40 fee on both single-use and reusable vaporization devices in a significant move to curb youth vaping. This proposal accompanies plans to ban the sale of all e-cigarettes to minors starting January 1, 2025.

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The Polish Ministry of Health has postponed its plans to ban disposable e-cigarettes, opting instead for a less stringent approach to address the growing “plague” among teenagers. This decision comes as health experts and children’s rights advocates warn of the alarming rise in vaping among Polish youth.

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The Polish Ministry of Health has announced the end of the 30-day public consultations on the draft act amending the act on the protection of health against the effects of using tobacco and tobacco products. The proposed amendment aims to ban the sale of flavored cigarettes and heated tobacco products in Poland.

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The Polish Ministry of Health has announced plans to amend the Tobacco Act, aiming to ban the sale of all types of e-cigarettes and refill containers to individuals under 18 years of age, regardless of nicotine content. This move comes as a direct response to the growing concern over the abuse of these products among young people.

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In a press conference held on Monday, Health Minister Izabela Leszczyna announced that the much-anticipated ban on e-cigarette sales in Poland will not come into effect until the beginning of 2025. The delay in implementation, initially scheduled for the start of the summer, is attributed to the ongoing legislative process and the necessity to conduct consultations in line with European Union directives.

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In a press conference held on Friday, Health Minister Izabela Leszczyna announced that her department has drafted a bill to prohibit the sale of disposable e-cigarettes to children and teenagers under the age of 18. The minister expressed her hope for swift implementation of the new legislation, stating that she will be seeking the Prime Minister’s support in this matter.

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Poland aims to implement a sales ban on disposable vapes within months over surging youth addiction concerns. Deputy Health Minister Wojciech Konieczny voiced support for a total market removal by summer 2024.

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