Norwich councillors call for £5 vape charge after spate of fires
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Norwich councillors propose a £5 deposit on vapes to reduce fires caused by discarded lithium-ion batteries in waste.Summary
Norwich councillors, led by former mayor and Liberal Democrat group leader James Wright, are urging the government to introduce a £5 deposit scheme for vapes after a series of fires at Norfolk recycling centres caused by lithium-ion batteries from discarded vapes. The deposit would be refunded when users return the device, aiming to encourage proper recycling and reduce fire risks and environmental harm. The motion, supported by fellow councillor Caroline Ackroyd and Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service, will be debated at a full council meeting on Tuesday and also calls for manufacturers to fund safe disposal and for increased public awareness.
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