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There is an important difference between a specialist vape shop and a shop that happens to sell vapes. As political rhetoric becomes broader, that distinction is starting to disappear.

Consumer data from Vape UK suggests that outdoor restrictions could push vapers back to cigarettes, as reported by Talking Retail.

For many former smokers, vaping outdoors isn't a convenience—it's what helps keep cigarettes out of their lives. Our latest survey reveals why proposed outdoor restrictions deserve careful consideration before becoming law.

At Vape UK, we reward our valued customers with outstanding offers on a massive range of fantastic products during our annual Black Friday event. For 2025, we will run our colossal sale event until the end of Cyber Monday. Don't miss out - savings can only be made while stocks last.

With the disposable vape ban approaching, now is the perfect time to explore the new Elf Bar 600 Prefilled Kit and Lost Mary BM600 Prefilled Kit—two easy-to-use alternatives that offer the same great flavours and experience as disposables but with rechargeable convenience. These prefilled pod kits not only help reduce waste and environmental impact but also save you money in the long run. If you're looking for a seamless transition, check out our guide for key benefits, price comparisons, and everything you need to know to confidently embrace the change!

Millions of vapes end up in landfills every year, leaking harmful chemicals and wasting valuable materials. But did you know most vapes can be recycled? In this blog, we break down the environmental impact of disposable and reusable vapes, how to properly recycle them, and why it matters.

At Vape UK, we reward our valued customers with outstanding offers on a massive range of fantastic products during our annual Black Friday event. For 2024, we will run our colossal sale event from midnight on Black Friday until the end of Cyber Monday. Don't miss out - savings can only be made while stocks last.

Building off the back of a new vaping duty proposal that formed part of the spring budget from Jeremy Hunt earlier this year, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced Labour’s version of the tax on vaping in her autumn budget, which will come into effect from 1st October 2026. We've taken a look at the vaping tax proposals in more detail and outlined what the impact will look like.

The government has finally set a date for the ban on single-use vape kits (disposables). Read our blog to see what we have to say about the ban and its implications for the future. We also explore your options for finding a disposable vape alternative so you can continue to vape and stay off cigarettes.

In an economically illiterate move that will no doubt have the tobacco industry jumping for joy, UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced a severe, and extremely complicated, tax on vaping. We've taken a look at the vaping tax proposals in more detail, and outline what the impact will look like.

Since the explosion in the popularity of vaping in recent years, a lot of myths and speculations have cropped up, altering the way people view vaping. These myths make vaping look like a major issue, but the truth is that they're an extremely effective smoking cessation tool. This article debunks the top vaping misconceptions so that you can understand more about the intricacies of this smoking alternative.

A licensing framework for the UK vape industry has been put forward to parliament this week. The scheme, which has been designed to allow Trading Standards to tackle the rise of illicit vapes and underage vape sales, would be the first of its kind in the UK. Many conscientious vape retailers, like ourselves, have been pushing the idea of a licensing scheme for years. Find out more about the framework, and how we feel it offers a far better solution than a ban on disposables.