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Industry experts respond to research showing declining single-use vape usage

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The use of disposable vapes has declined sharply in the UK ahead of the ban coming into force on 1 June, according to research by University College London (UCL). According to the study, among 16 to 24-year-olds, the proportion mainly using disposable devices has fallen…

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