The U.K. has officially banned the sale of single use disposable vapes as of June 1. The move aims to reduce environmental harm and address rising youth nicotine use. Retailers must now recycle Government 'risks harm' by not banning vapes Big Issue E cigarettes are harmful to the environment and can contain plastic, electronic, and hazardous waste. They can endanger wildlife, our waterways, and people if not safely disposed. Help protect the planet and find Single Use Sucks: Environment charity Groundwork launches disposable vape amnesty for students Groundwork Disposable Vapes An Ethical Crisis? News EDGE Vaping Single use vapes: why it's time to ditch them for good Environment