Vape recycling (and how you can with Vape HQ) Did you know? If you sell vapes (described as being a 'distributor' in the regulations), you must offer a 'take back' service where you accept vapes and vape parts (such as...

The Truth About Vaping and Popcorn Lung Misinformation about vaping is everywhere, fuelled by the legally mandated restrictions on advertising for vape companies. One of the most persistent myths is that “vaping causes popcorn lung.” In this article, we’ll explain...

Did You Know? If you sell vapes (classified as a 'distributor' under UK regulations), you are legally required to offer a 'take-back' service. This means you must accept used vapes and vape components—such as pods, coils, and batteries—from customers for...

What is the UKVIA? The UKVIA (UK Vaping Industry Association) is a non profit organisation set up and run by its members in 2016. It funds and champions the goal of stopping smoking with the goal of educating people on...

Vapril: Your Chance to Quit Smoking and Switch to Vaping April is here, and with it comes Vapril—the UK's annual initiative to help smokers make the switch to vaping. Created by the UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA), Vapril is all...

The Environmental Impact of Vaping: Addressing E-Waste Concerns As vaping continues to grow in popularity, its environmental impact has become an important topic of discussion. From disposable vapes to refillable devices, every product contributes to the e-waste ecosystem in one...

Health Implications of Vaping: Separating Fact from Fiction In recent years, vaping has emerged as a popular alternative to traditional smoking, but with its rise have come many questions and myths about its health implications. At VapeHQ (www.vapehq.co.uk), we believe...

In October 2024 the UK government confirmed legislation, that as of 1st June 2025 it will be banning single-use, disposable, vapes, but what does this actually mean? Definition of a “single-use”, disposable, vape A “single-use”, disposable is a vape which...

Starting June 2025, England will ban single-use, disposable vapes to address their environmental impact and curb underage vaping. With millions of disposables tossed out every week, this move not only reduces waste but also tackles the rise in youth nicotine...