Petition · past parliament · Department of Health and Social Care
Restrict the sale of e-cigarettes to licensed e-cigarette shops
Closed
114 signatures
What the petition asks
I would like to see all e-cigarette products banned from any retailer, like corner shops and supermarkets, that isn't a licensed e-cigarette shop. I believe this could help dramatically cut down on the misuse of nicotine amongst under 18s and help ensure that the products are sold correctly.
There is currently a huge problem within the e-cigarettes and that is that too many retailers are willing to sell e-cigarette products to under 18s. E-cigarettes can contain 2% nicotine, and a 600 puff disposable can be equivalent to around 45-50 cigarettes worth.
The Government should restrict sales of e-cigarettes to licensed e-cigarettes shops, to ensure that sales are made by specialist businesses that are licensed and understand these products. E-cigarettes are harmful to under 18s, and banning the sale from any shops but vape shops should help ensure safe sales.
The Government should restrict sales of e-cigarettes to licensed e-cigarettes shops, to ensure that sales are made by specialist businesses that are licensed and understand these products. E-cigarettes are harmful to under 18s, and banning the sale from any shops but vape shops should help ensure safe sales.
Timeline
| 3 May 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 3 Nov 2023 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
114
Status
Closed
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
3 May 2023
Closed
3 Nov 2023
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.