Decision details

The following Motion proposed by Councillor Ross Moreland, seconded by Councillor Math Campbell-Sturgess was before the Council for consideration –

Disposable single use vapes represent a significant danger to both the environment and also the health of our young people.

At least 1.3 million disposable vapes are binned every week in the U.K. The improper disposable of these is not only a squandering of valuable recyclable materials but can also lead to potential damage of council and private facilities.

16% of young people say they have used e-cigarettes in the last 30 days (The Annual report of the Director of Public Health NHS Highland) and according to research by ASH (action on smoking and health) Vaping among the 11-17 year old age group doubled over the last year with this increase in use likely driven by the growth in cheap, disposable single use vapes, this represents a significant risk to the health of our young people especially as the long term effects of these products remains unknown.

Argyll and Bute council therefore calls on the Scottish Government to use its existing powers to implement a ban on single use disposable vapes as soon as practicably possible.

Moved by Councillor Ross Moreland, seconded by Councillor Math Campbell-Sturgess.

Decision

The Council agreed the terms of the Motion and the Motion was carried.

(Reference: Notice of Motion by Councillor Ross Moreland, seconded by Councillor Math Campbell-Sturgess, submitted)