Asking Professor Sir Chris Whitty about the Impacts of Teenagers Vaping

I asked Professor Sir Chris Whitty today at the Health and Social Care Committee about his thoughts on the impact that vaping is having on teenagers.

While reusable vapes remain an important tool to help smokers quit, I fear that more and more children are accessing disposable vapes in particular, which causes concerns regarding the effect that these addictive devices can have on their health.

I have been raising my concerns about disposable vapes in particular through my Ten Minute Rule Bill and how their bright designs and attractive sweet flavours are appealing to young people.

I am pleased that Professor Sir Chris Whitty takes this matter seriously and shares my concerns on how children are accessing these addictive devices.

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