King approves child vape ban from next week

Tuesday, 21 May 2024 17:00

Under-18s will be banned from buying vapes from Monday.

Today, the government revealed the new laws restricting their sale had been given Royal Assent by King Charles.

The new legislation was approved by Tynwald last year and sent to the UK's Ministry of Justice in January.

It'll mean the ban comes just in time for this year's TT festival.

Legislation to introduce stricter regulations on the sale and promotion of vaping products has today gained Royal Assent.

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— Isle of Man Government (@IOMGovernment) May 21, 2024

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