According to media reports, the Welsh government has called for a ban on disposable e-cigarettes. The Welsh ministers stated that this move will be part of a series of measures to address the problem of teenagers smoking e-cigarettes.

The Welsh government has no authority to ban e-cigarettes, but calls on the British government to do so. The UK Electronic Cigarette Industry Association stated that banning disposable e-cigarettes is not the answer, but rather calls for action against retailers selling products to teenagers under the age of 18.

Wildlife charity RSPCA Cymru supports the call for a ban, stating that discarded e-cigarettes contain toxic substances such as plastic, lithium, and nicotine, all of which are harmful to animals.

Legislators in Wales, along with those in Scotland and England, have called for a ban on disposable e-cigarette products.

John Dunn, Director General of the UK Electronic Cigarette Industry Association, stated that banning these products may lead to an increase in the black market and smoking rates, putting more people at risk.


We have always acknowledged that the environmental impact of teenagers smoking e-cigarettes and e-cigarettes needs to be addressed, "he said. However, it is clear that there is a need to significantly strengthen law enforcement against retailers selling products to minors