Health Minister seeking ban on sale of disposable vapes in Ireland

Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly will today seek approval from the Cabinet on the ban of the sale of disposable vapes in Ireland.

In the proposed legislation, there is a complete ban on sale, import or manufacturing of single-use/disposable vapes in Ireland.

These disposable vapes were originally brought in as a healthier alternative to smoking cigarettes have seen a remarkable increase in popularity in recent years, especially in younger people and those who have not smoked cigarettes before.

Additionally causing damage to the environment as they are being incorrectly disposed of and through littering.

 The Minister for Health, has been outspoken on the dangers of single-use vapes, having said on NewsTalk this year, "There is a lot of public support to clamp down further on vapes. My view rightly or wrongly. The colourings, the flavourings, I think is very cynically targetting young people, including children.

Following legislation to ban the sale of vaping products to those under 18, which came into effect this past year, Minister Donnelly wants to also place restrictions on colours, and imagery found on the packages of vapes. And he has concerns that single-use/disposable vapes contain the maximum permitted levels of nicotine, containing 20mg of nicotine in the devices.