RESEARCH ALERT
Some vapes use added chemicals to create a cold or icy feeling. New research has raised concerns about three of them: WS-23, WS-3 and WS-5. We do not yet know how common they are in Wales.
Smoke-free Universities
Practical support for universities and colleges creating healthier, smokefree campuses.
A clear campus approach can reduce the visibility of smoking, support people who want to quit and make expectations easier for students, staff and visitors to understand.
What does a smokefree campus need?
The strongest approaches are simple, visible and backed by support. That means a clear policy, consistent communication, sensible implementation and an easy route to quitting support for anyone who wants it.
Clear policy
Set out where the policy applies, who it covers and how it will be communicated. Keep the language straightforward and easy to find.
Consistent communication
Use signage, induction, staff briefings and student communications so people know what the campus approach is and why it exists.
Support to quit
Link the policy to practical help. In Wales, Help Me Quit provides free NHS smoking cessation support for people who want to stop smoking.
Use the toolkit
The ASH Wales university toolkit brings the key steps together in one place, with practical guidance for planning, communicating and supporting a smokefree campus approach.
Need quitting support?
Help Me Quit is the free NHS smoking cessation service in Wales and can support students and staff who want help to stop smoking.
Working on a smokefree campus?
ASH Wales can share evidence, campaign learning and practical resources with universities, colleges and partner organisations in Wales.