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Disposable vape devices sit on a wooden bench in an array of colours.

Majority of disposable vapers could turn to illicit vape products

A new consumer survey from vaping retailer Evapo has found an alarming number of consumers would turn to the illicit trade after the disposable ban.
SKE Crystal vape devices are lined up on a display with a crystal design in the background.

SKE unveils new vape range ahead of ban

Global vape brand SKE has unveiled its new product line-up with an ambition to dominate the category following on from the disposable vape ban.
The image on the left is Pete Cheema, chief executive at the Scottish Grocers' Federation, on the right is an image of the SGF's single-use vape ban poster, the text reads "From 1st June 2025 It will be a criminal offence to sell or supply single-use vapes".

SGF offers advice ahead of the disposable vape ban

The Scottish Grocers' Federation has urged retailers across the country to not be caught out by the single-use vape ban when it comes in on 1 June.
Simon Hannah, chief executive at JW Filshill, stands inside the wholesaler's depot in Glasgow in the left image with the front cover of the Filshill 'Your Guide to the Vape Ban' in the image to the right.

All retailers to benefit from Filshill AI bot vape advice

Glasgow wholesaler JW Filshill has launched a new AI bot tool to support retailers across the UK with the upcoming disposable vape ban.
A row of Blu Bar disposable vapes in a gantry.

Single-use vape sales are in decline

Younger consumers across the UK have already began to swap over to refillable vape options ahead of the ban, according to research from the University College London.
Chris Cobb, store owner of KeyStore Cults in Aberdeen, stands at the till with a vaping gantry behind him.

JW Filshill urges retailers to prepare for disposable vape ban

Glasgow wholesaler JW Filshill has urged its retailers to act now to phase out disposable vape stock with a new guide that covers off the legislation.
A row of Blu Bar disposable vapes in a gantry.

Retailers urged to sell disposable vape stock before ban

Retailers across the UK have been urged to deplete their stock of single-use vape devices ahead of the introduction of the disposable vape ban on 1 June.
A row of Blu Bar disposable vapes in a gantry.

DEFRA outlines single-use vape ban

The UK Government has outlined new guidance on the incoming disposable vape ban, including device definitions and the consequences of selling them from 1 June.
A row of Blu Bar disposable vapes in a gantry.

Illicit sales fears with upcoming nicotine legislation

Retailers highlight the true issues that could come with upcoming nicotine products legislation, including a massive rise in illicit markets.
A row of Blu Bar disposable vapes in a gantry.

ScotGov announces disposable vape ban delay

The Scottish Government has confirmed it will delay the incoming ban on disposable vapes to 1 June, falling in line with England and Wales' plans.
A row of Blu Bar disposable vapes in a gantry.

ScotGov confirms Disposable Vape Ban details

ScotGov has published its response to the disposable vape ban consultation, offering greater clarity on single-use vapes and enforcement of the ban.
Disposable vape devices sit on a wooden bench in an array of colours.

Evapo offers fake vape advice

Vape retailer Evapo has rolled out a new initiative to help consumers spot a fake vape with fears around the rise of the illicit trade due to the incoming ban.

ScotGov launches new vape consultation

The Scottish Government has launched a new consultation about the incoming disposable vape ban, which is set to run for six weeks.
Disposable vape devices sit on a wooden bench in an array of colours.

ACS warns vape ban will fuel illicit market

The ACS has claimed that the disposable vape ban will fuel the illicit trade by £645million should the UK Government continue with its current proposals.
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