Ban on single-use vapes in UK may ‘flood market with illegal products’

Ministers are said to be in favour of legislating against the devices due to concerns about children's health

Leading doctors and councils have welcomed reports that ministers are preparing to ban single-use vapes in the UK, but others have expressed fears a ban could lead to a flood" of illegal products on the market.

The reports of plans to stop the sale of disposable e-cigarettes come as fears grow about their environment impact and the health risks they pose to the large number of teenagers taking up vaping.