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Vaping Surpasses Smoking in Britain, Sparks Regulation Calls

11/4/2025

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The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reports that vaping has surpassed smoking in Great Britain, with 10% of adults using e-cigarettes and 9.1% smoking.
The data reflect a decade-long decline in smoking rates.
Health experts call for regulation to prevent non-smokers, especially youth, from taking up vaping.
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill aims to restrict marketing and promote vaping as a quitting tool.

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The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reports that vaping has surpassed smoking in Great Britain, with 10% of adults using e-cigarettes and 9.1% smoking.
The data reflect a decade-long decline in smoking rates.
Health experts call for regulation to prevent non-smokers, especially youth, from taking up vaping.
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill aims to restrict marketing and promote vaping as a quitting tool.