North Yorkshire shops selling vapes to children could face fines

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 11:02 · Archive

North Yorkshire Council is proposing to issue on-the-spot fines to shops selling vapes to children.

North Yorkshire Council is proposing new powers to issue on-the-spot fines to shops selling vapes to children. The proposal follows a government announcement that enforcement authorities will be able to issue fixed penalty notices for offences relating to tobacco products from 29 October. The council said it is updating its policy in response.

The updated enforcement framework is to be debated at a council meeting on 27 October. The council said the new approach will help officers respond more effectively to issues ranging from underage tobacco and vape sales to online scams and rogue traders.

Cllr Richard Foster, the council's executive member for trading standards, said the policy provides 'a clear and transparent framework for enforcement, ensuring we can respond effectively to emerging challenges while taking a fair and proportionate approach'. He added that targeting those who break the law protects consumers from harm and creates 'a level playing field for responsible businesses and safeguarding some of the most vulnerable members of our communities'.

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• Shops selling vapes to children in North Yorkshire could be handed on-the-spot finesShops in North Yorkshire selling vapes to children could be handed on-the-spot fines.York Press · 20 Oct, 10:32
• Shops selling vapes to children in North Yorkshire could be handed on-the-spot finesShops in North Yorkshire selling vapes to children could be handed on-the-spot fines.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 20 Oct, 10:32

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