IBVTA issues Assured Guidance on new vaping and tobacco rules for members
The IBVTA released Assured Guidance with Kent Trading Standards to help retailers comply with new vaping and tobacco regulations.Summary
The Independent British Vape Trade Association (IBVTA) has issued new Assured Guidance to assist members in complying with the Tobacco & Vapes Act 2026, which introduced regulations on age of sale, proxy purchasing, free distribution, discounts, and vending machines starting last Thursday (29 October). Developed in partnership with its Primary Authority, Kent Trading Standards, the guidance aims to ensure consistent interpretation of the rules across different local authorities, countering misinformation from rumors and AI-generated summaries. The scheme provides legal protection only to IBVTA members and includes details on covered products, age verification, practical examples of discounting and free distribution rules, and sample documents.
(Source：Convenience Store)
