Proposed Legislation to Ban Disposable E-Cigarettes in Ireland

Sep.14.2024

Irish Health Minister Stephen Donnelly seeks to ban disposable e-cigarettes in Ireland, gaining support from Senator Pat Casey.

According to a report from the Irish Times on September 14, Irish Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has been granted cabinet approval to draft legislation proposing to ban the sale, manufacture, or import of disposable e-cigarettes in Ireland. Irish Senator Pat Casey has expressed support for the Minister's proposal.

Disposable e-cigarettes are causing significant harm to the environment. If not properly recycled, they can pollute our communities, including even the most remote areas.

It is important to ban disposable e-cigarettes for the environment and public health, especially for young people. Young people often impulsively purchase and try these e-cigarettes in stores.

Casey emphasized that the legislation will address e-cigarette advertising displays, packaging, and flavors, as these factors often target young people.

The bright colors and images attract young people to make impulse purchases. By introducing plain packaging for e-cigarettes, we will reduce their allure to young people and non-users. Banning advertising displays at sales points can also reduce the chances of young people trying e-cigarettes.

Casey praised Donald for his efforts in addressing the issue of youth e-cigarette use.

My party colleagues and I recognize that nicotine is a highly addictive drug. We are taking action to prevent young people from accessing these products and removing them from their daily lives.

References:

[1] Wicklow Senator lends his support on ban of disposable vapes

Also Read:

[1] Ireland to Introduce Law Banning Disposable E-Cigarettes

[2] Irish Government to Consider Ban on Disposable E-Cigarettes

[3] Ireland's Deputy Prime Minister Opposes Outdoor Smoking Ban Efforts

[4] Ireland to tighten tobacco and e-cigarette regulations: public consultation

[5] Ireland Urgently Needs Program to Help Youth Quit E-Cigarettes

[6] Irish Tax Authority Reports Record High in Illegal Tobacco

[7] Ireland Considers Introducing e-cigarette Tax in Upcoming Budget

[8] Ireland Raises Legal Smoking Age to 21, First in EU

[9] Irish Health Department Issues Urgent Warning on E-Cigarettes

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