Ireland to Ban E-Cigarette Sales to Under-18s

The Irish government plans to ban the sale of e-cigarettes to anyone under the age of 18, according to proposals submitted to the cabinet by Health Minister Stephen Donnelly. The plans also include a ban on the use of e-cigarettes in vending machines, which have become increasingly popular among young people as an alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes. The new legislation will prohibit the sale of e-cigarettes to minors, and restrict the types of retailers that can sell the products. The government also plans to ban e-cigarette advertising in schools and other places frequented by children and teenagers, including public transport. If approved by the cabinet, the legislation is expected to be introduced in parliament early next year. Evidence suggests that children who use e-cigarettes are five times more likely to become smokers. The proposals are the government's latest attempt to tackle smoking, following a public consultation on the banning of disposable e-cigarettes.

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