From 1 June 2025, selling or supplying single use vapes will be banned across the UK. Up to 26 million disposable vapes were consumed and thrown away in Scotland in 2023. The ban The UK banned disposable vapes. Almost one year on, 6 million vapes are still thrown out every week. Why does the UK want to ban disposable vapes and when will it happen? New Scientist Sale of disposable vapes to be banned in the UK UK Disposable Vapes Ban: A Step Towards Healthier Choices