Illegal vape seizures in Glasgow spark calls for more action on 'health emergency'
Glasgow trading standards seized 11,500 illegal vapes last year, prompting urgent calls for increased enforcement to address a health emergency.Summary
Trading standards officers in Glasgow seized approximately 11,500 illegal vapes or related materials last year, marking a significant increase from previous years. Glasgow recorded the highest seizure figures in Scotland, far outpacing cities like Edinburgh, Dundee, and Aberdeen.
Following a major fire on Union Street linked to a vape shop, scrutiny of the industry has intensified. Sheila Duffy, chief executive of ASH Scotland, highlighted that these products are increasingly used by children and called for better equipment for trading standards teams. Meanwhile, David Kennedy of the Scottish Police Federation noted that police lack the manpower for constant shop inspections, suggesting that community intelligence is vital to combatting this "health emergency waiting to happen."
(Source：Glasgowlive Co Uk)
