With the disposable vape ban now exactly a month away, supplier Elfbar has asked that theGovernment enforce the new rules in the strongest, most unifed way possible.<\/p>\n
It is hoped such a targeted approach will avoid the unintended consequences of fuelling the illicitmarket and jeopardising the UK's smokefree 2030 ambition.<\/p>\n
The brand has written to the Government to raise its concerns, asking for both robust enforcementand coordinated public messaging.
\nThe concern is underscored by the National Crime Agency's recent Operation Machinize,highlighting the link between ilicit vapes and businesses being used to hide the origins ofcriminal money.<\/p>\n
It also echoes fears raised by MPs and campaigners that the upcoming ban could hand more powerto organised crime groups, as seen in Australia where single-use vapes were banned last year.<\/p>\n
The recent announcement of a \u00a310 million funding boost for National Trading Standards and therecruitment of 80 new apprentice enforcement offcers is a positive step in curbing illegal tradethe supplier says. Currently, illicit goods account for at least a third of the UK market.<\/p>\n
Eve Peters, director of government affairs for Elfbar in the Uk, said.We applaud the recent multi-agency enforcement on illicit vapes and themuch-needed extra funding for Trading Standards - whose critical role intackling illicit trade is often under resource constraints.<\/p>\n
\u201cHowever, with the single-use ban fast approaching, we believe thegovernment must urgently bring forward a dedicated enforcementstrategy-backed byresources for Trading Standards and relatedenforcement bodies proportional to the scale of the challenge to preventrogue retailers from selling illegal products and children accessing them.\u201d<\/p>\n
Elfbar also supports calls from representatives in the UK sector for a retail licensing scheme forvapes modelled on the Licensing Act of 2003 which governs alcohol sales. Such a framework wouldprovide clear, enforceable rules for responsible retailing and help prevent illegal sales, it says.<\/p>\n
Alongside the importance of an impact assessment following the ban, so too is raising awarenessamong consumers, retailers and the wider supply chain to ensure they are prepared for the changes.<\/p>\n
Peters added: \u201cThere remains a lack of awareness and understanding of the pending changes.particularly among consumers. To address this, a government-led campaign is needed. There arewider issues too, Despite the sales ban, the import of single-use vapes will remain legal after 1June -a signifcant loophole likely to feed the illicit market.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhile ownership of the legislative changes is a matter for the Department for Environment Foodand Rural Affairs, it would benefit from a cross-government and sector approach in the comingweeks.<\/p>\n
\"Vapes play a critical role in smoking cessation and helping the UK achieve its 2030 smokefreegoal. Tackling the illegal trade is not only about protecting communities - it's also aboutsafeguarding public health and supporting responsible retailers.<\/p>\n
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