Research and analysis

The Environmental Protection (Single-use Vapes) (England) Regulations 2024: RPC opinion (green-rated)

Regulatory Policy Committee opinion on the impact assessment (IA) relating to the proposed ban on the sale and supply of disposable vapes in England,

• From: Regulatory Policy Committee
• Published: 25 October 2024

Applies to England

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RPC opinion: Ban on disposable vapes

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Details

The Department’s IA has identified and sought to quantify a range of impacts linked to the proposed ban on disposable vapes. Recent consultation and stakeholder engagement has been used to refine and update the quantitative analysis. An estimate of the impact upon small and micro businesses (SMBs) has been included in the IA, although a qualitative assessment of the broader impacts faced by SMBs would be welcomed. The rationale needs strengthening, but the Department has significantly improved the monitoring and evaluation plan following consultation.

The main impacts identified by the Department are the loss of profit to businesses from a reduction in the sale of vape products over the appraisal period, familiarisation costs, the indirect costs associated with switching to alternative products and the range of impacts faced by local authorities arising from their enforcement of the legislation as well as their role in managing waste.

Published 25 October 2024