Disposable vapes17 hrs agoVapes to have less enticing names and flavours to protect childrenPeople are being consulted about plans to stop vape companies using enticing flavour descriptions that "attract" children into experimenting.17 hrs ago5 days agoUsed vape may have caused waste vehicle fireAshford Borough Council is urging people to dispose of their vapes properly following the fire.5 days ago29 Jun 2026Calls for £5 vape charge after spate of firesThe move follows a series of fires caused by batteries at recycling centres in Norfolk.29 Jun 202611 Jun 2026Family blame teenage son's death in Spain on vape oilHarry Whitton's family believe the 18-year-old died after a possible reaction to a vape he bought in Benidorm.11 Jun 20264 Jun 2026School children using vapes laced with drugs like Spice A survey finds 28% of school-aged children in Blackburn and Darwen have used a drug-infused vape.4 Jun 20261 Jun 2026Would you pay a £5 deposit when buying a vape?Waste companies have called for a deposit of up to £5 to be charged on vapes to encourage people to dispose of them properly.1 Jun 20261 Jun 2026Put a £5 deposit on vapes to stop fires, say waste companiesThe industry body for waste companies says a refundable deposit would help boost vape recycling, but others disagree.1 Jun 202627 May 2026Public warned after discarded batteries spark firesHouseholders are being urged not to put batteries and vapes in their bins.27 May 202626 May 2026Man's mission to crack down on crooked corner shopsThree shops on one street have been shut down for illegal activity.26 May 2026...
