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‘Vaping is a fast-growing problem’: Children’s commissioner responds to government consultation

4 mins read Children's dentistry Alcohol and tobacco
Rachel de Souza, the children’s commissioner for England, released a statement following the conclusion of the government’s consultation on youth vaping.

Between April 11 and June 6, 2023, the Office for Health Improvements and Disparities called for professionals to provide evidence on children vaping. The hearing covered a range of topics, such as the appeal of vapes, marketing, social media prevalence, educational approaches, and environmental impact.

In a comment on her website, Rachel wrote, “I want all children to be able to grow up physically and mentally well, with access to support quickly and locally when they need it. As part of The Big Ask, I asked children about all aspects of their health and wellbeing. I was shocked and concerned to hear from children as young as 12 who told me that vaping was normalised among their peers – even on school premises.

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