Summary
The government in England is planning to ban vaping in cars carrying children, as well as in playgrounds and near schools. These plans are part of a public consultation aiming to prevent smoking and vaping in specific areas to protect children and patients from second-hand smoke. The consultation will last 12 weeks and will help shape future regulations under the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
Key Facts
- England’s government plans to ban vaping in cars with children, playgrounds, and outside schools.
- A public consultation will last 12 weeks to gather opinions on the proposed bans.
- The plans are part of a larger 10-year health initiative to focus on prevention and reduce NHS pressures.
- Health Secretary Wes Streeting emphasized protecting children and sick people from second-hand smoke.
- England’s chief medical officer mentioned risks like asthma and heart disease from second-hand smoke.
- The ban would not apply to outdoor hospitality venues like pub gardens or smoking in private homes.
- The findings of the consultation will inform future regulations under the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
- Enforcement, if the ban is approved, would follow existing smoke-free laws, with a six-month period before coming into effect.
