The full ASH Wales Annual Adult Population Survey 2026 is now live, with new Wales evidence on smoking, vaping, quitting, inequalities and public attitudes.
CONSULTATION
New restrictions on vape packaging, device appearance and shop displays are being considered. These proposals are not currently in force.
LAW CHANGE
New rules will cover age of sale, proxy purchasing, promotions and vending machines for vaping and nicotine products in Wales.
LAW CHANGE
Duty stamps begin appearing on retail vape packaging from 1 October. A stamp is a compliance feature, not a health or safety label.
SAFETY ALERT
Public Health Wales’ WEDINOS programme has found unexpected synthetic cannabinoids in submitted THC, CBD and cannabinoid vape samples.
New 2025 SHRN data shows regular vaping and smoking have fallen among secondary school learners in Wales. We look at the latest figures, what they mean and why prevention work still matters.
The full ASH Wales Annual Adult Population Survey 2026 is now live, with new Wales evidence on smoking, vaping, quitting, inequalities and public attitudes.
Continue readingCONSULTATION
New restrictions on vape packaging, device appearance and shop displays are being considered. These proposals are not currently in force.
LAW CHANGE
New rules will cover age of sale, proxy purchasing, promotions and vending machines for vaping and nicotine products in Wales.
LAW CHANGE
Duty stamps begin appearing on retail vape packaging from 1 October. A stamp is a compliance feature, not a health or safety label.
SAFETY ALERT
Public Health Wales’ WEDINOS programme has found unexpected synthetic cannabinoids in submitted THC, CBD and cannabinoid vape samples.
New 2025 SHRN data shows regular vaping and smoking have fallen among secondary school learners in Wales. We look at the latest figures, what they mean and why prevention work still matters.
Continue reading