Electronic cigarettes cause damage to health, this country takes a drastic decision against smokers

The UK is set to crack down on vaping marketing in response to growing concerns about the growing number of minors experimenting with e-cigarettes.

The aim is to end the "unacceptable" targeting of minors. The government plans to close a loophole that allows shops in England to offer free vape samples to children.

There will be a comprehensive review of the regulations relating to the sale of so-called "nicotine-free" products to those under the age of 18.

There will also be a re-evaluation of regulations relating to fines imposed on shops that illegally sell vapa to children.

The measures are part of the government's efforts to address the worrying trend of underage e-cigarette use and to ensure children and young people are protected from the potentially harmful effects of vaping.

"I am deeply concerned about the sharp increase in children vaping and I am appalled by reports of illegal vaping containing lead getting into the hands of school children," Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said in a statement.

"Our new illegal vaping enforcement team - backed by £3 million ($3.7 million) - is on the case, but clearly there is more to do," he said.

Meanwhile, the Labor Party has criticized the government's response, considering it only a small step forward and has demanded that immediate and decisive measures be taken.

The latest figures for 2021 show that 9% of children aged 11 to 15 used e-cigarettes. This is up from 6% in 2018.