39113 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Associate Minister of Health

Written Question
Published date: 14 Jul 2024
39113 (2024). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Associate Minister of Health: What progress has been made in the last quarter (January to March 2024) to appropriately regulate vaping in accordance with ‘Outcome 3: New Zealanders have fewer cancers, as part of the New Zealand Cancer Action Plan 2019 – 2029?
Hon Casey Costello: In March 2024, Cabinet agreed to a complete ban on disposable vapes, significant increases in fines for sales to under-18s, further restrictions on retailers and a better enforcement system to ensure vape retailers are following the rules.