Police and Trading Standards seized illegal vapes worth over £16,000 in a Frimley shop raid, highlighting ongoing concerns about vaping regulations.
The vapes were taken because they broke the law. They had tanks larger than two millilitres and lacked safety info. A spokesperson confirmed the raid happened on January 13.
Vaping rules in the UK are strict. Vapes must have child-resistant packaging and can’t exceed certain nicotine levels. Non-compliant vapes can pose unknown risks to users.
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute warns against using these vapes. They say the true contents are unclear, which could lead to health issues.
Vaping has skyrocketed in England, increasing by over 400% since 2012. Now, 9.1% of people use vaping products. The long-term effects of vaping are still a mystery.
In October 2024, the Labour government announced plans to ban single-use vapes by June 2025. They aim to protect the environment and keep these products away from young people.
