A better Medway

Vaping and the law

It is illegal to:

  • buy a vape for someone under the age of 18
  • sell a vape to someone under the age of 18.

Report retailers who are selling vapes to young people under the age of 18.

Singe-use vapes

Single-use vapes were banned in the UK on 1 June 2025.

This was due to environmental concerns and the risk of young people vaping.

Find out more about the single-use vape ban.