Britain's disposable vape ban was a FAILURE: Experts reveal how millions of e-cigarettes still plague the waste system - one year after they were prohibited
Mail Online
One year after the UK ban, millions of disposable vapes still litter waste streams, causing fire risks.Summary
One year after the UK disposable vape ban, over 6,500 vapes are discarded daily, amounting to more than two million in four waste sites, creating fire hazards from lithium‑ion batteries. Despite the prohibition, 59% of users still throw vapes in household rubbish or recycling, while only 28% use proper recycling centres. Experts warn that crushed or damaged batteries can ignite, endangering waste workers and causing costly fires, and urge households to adopt safe disposal habits.
(Source：Mail Online)
