Disposable vapes will be banned in 2025

Disposable vape will be prohibited in Jersey this year, it has been proven.

The States Assembly approved the propositions by the infrastructure minister who expressed concern about negative environmental impact of vapes that are only used once.

The States were unanimously in agreement by a majority vote, which included 45 votes in favor and 0 against on Wednesday.

Shops will be able to offer to sell whatever stock they have until the ban is put in place.

The objective is to minimize the environmental impact from disposable vapes that are made of plastic metals, as well as batteries made of lithium.

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Constable Andy Jehan, who brought these plans to the States Assembly, previously said a high proportion of young people used disposable vapes.

He added: "The increasing popularity of single-use vapes has meant that there's a greater number of vapes being recycled in different ways, all of which can be problematic.

"The use of materials including plastics, metals and a lithium battery in each single use device starkly contrasts with sustainability commitments to reduce waste, maximise resources and re orientate behaviour towards the circular economy."

It is a follow-up to similar developments in the UK and Guernsey where it could be a criminal offense.