PRODUCT WATCH ROUNDUP We’ve added new information to ASH Wales Product Watch about nicotine products that may be less familiar. Pouchless nicotine pods have a UK-facing retail listing: these small oral portions have no outer pouch and are not designed to melt. We’ve also added international examples of ultra-thin and semi-gel nicotine pouches, and updated our page on gels, creams, sprays and nasal inhalers. UK or Welsh availability has not been established for those international examples. These updates explain what the products are, what is verified and what remains uncertain. They do not establish how widely any product is used in Wales.
Evidence, practice and people in the same room.
The Wales Tobacco or Health Network (WTHN) brings together people working across tobacco, health, public health, education, research and community practice.
It provides space to share evidence, compare experience and explore practical responses to tobacco and nicotine-related harm in Wales.
Who is the network for?
WTHN is open to individuals rather than organisational representatives. Participants come from a wide range of sectors, including healthcare, academia, education, local government, public health, the voluntary sector and community services.
Why take part?
- Hear current evidence and insight
- Learn from practice across Wales
- Meet people working on similar issues
- Contribute to shared recommendations
WTHN 2025 - Tackling Addiction and Dependence Together
The 2025 network event focused on addiction and dependence, bringing together learning and recommendations for tobacco and nicotine work in Wales.