Smoking and vaping

Smoking is uniquely harmful, causing damage not only to those that smoke, but also to the people around them. Smoking is detrimental to the health of young people throughout their lives, with earlier initiation linked to increased levels of smoking and dependence, a lower chance of quitting, and higher mortality.

Smoking is a dependency requiring treatment that supports smokers to understand the risks, and to quit.

Vapes are intended for adult smoker aged 18 and older as a tool to help them quit smoking. They are not recommended or considered safe for non-smokers or anyone under 18 years old.

If you are aware of under-18s being sold cigarettes or e-cigarettes, you can report this by emailing trading.standards@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk or using one of the methods below:

• Citizens Advice online portal
• Keep it out - anonymous reporting form