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Vaporesso XROS 6 UK release: what changes from the XROS 5?
The Vaporesso XROS 6 has launched, but UK buyers should still check live stock, the exact 2ml TPD pack, and how it differs from the XROS 5.
What UK Vape Duty Stamps Will and Will Not Tell Adult Shoppers
A plain-English guide for UK adult vapers on what vape duty stamps mean, what they do not prove, and what to check before buying.
What Vaping Products Duty Could Mean for UK Vapers in 2026
Vaping Products Duty starts on 1 October 2026. Here is what adult UK vapers may notice on prices, packaging, stock and duty stamps.
Vaping Products Duty and Duty Stamps: What UK Vape Retailers Need to Know Before October 2026
HMRC's Vaping Products Duty begins on 1 October 2026, but duty stamps and retailer checks matter before and after launch. This guide explains the dates, approval rules and practical records UK vape retailers should be asking about.
Illegal vape shops keep reopening under new names. Councils are shutting them down again.
Councils in Stoke, Reading and Southwark are using repeat inspections, test purchases and closure orders when illegal vape and tobacco shops reopen under new names.
Why UK Vape Shops Are Being Closed: Illegal Vapes, Closure Orders and What Buyers Should Know
Recent UK enforcement is moving from seizures to closure orders and confiscation orders. Here is what buyers and retailers need to check.
UK Vape Laws 2026: What Changes Now the Tobacco and Vapes Act Is Law?
The Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026 is now law. Here is what UK vapers need to know about disposables, advertising, duty stamps and what remains legal.
How to Spot a Fake Disposable Vape
Fake disposable vapes not only deceive consumers but also pose serious health risks due to unregulated and potentially harmful ingredients.
Why Do Disposable Vapes Taste Better Sometimes?
If you’re wondering “why do disposable vapes taste better?”, the answer lies in a mixture of concentrated flavours and advanced designs that prioritize taste. This article will explore how these factors create the notable taste profile that distinguishes disposable vapes from their refillable counterparts.
Does Vape Juice Expire? E-Liquid Guide to Shelf Life
Does vape juice expire? Like many consumable products, vape juice has a shelf life. Proper care can extend its life, but over time changes in colour, flavour, and consistency can occur, signalling that it’s past its prime.
Smoking Rates rise 25% in 10 Years in UK Women
Smoking rates among women aged 18 - 45 in the UK have both risen and fallen depending on their socioeconomic status.
Is Vaping Haram? Vapes in Religion
Some are concerned about whether vaping, which involves inhaling vapor from e-cigarettes, is permissible in Islam. So, is vaping haram? This article explores Islamic scholars’ views as well as the views of other religions.
