Emer Higgins (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I welcome plans to ban the sale of vapes to under-18s. We know the impact of nicotine when it comes to developing brains. We know that children who vape are five times more likely to start smoking. The move is welcome from a health standpoint.

Honestly, however, it is the targeted advertising to young people that really concerns me, including the different colours and flavours. It is almost like these items are being marketed as products for children, like a chocolate bar, a soft drink or an accessory. Cracking down on advertising is a key focus of the proposed legislation. Will a focus on online advertising on social media be included as well?

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