The purpose of this report is to provide a
range of relevant information about vaping amongst young people in
Sefton. The content centres on presentation and discussion of
findings from a recent, large survey of young people’s
experiences, attitudes, and behaviours towards vaping and smoking
in Sefton. A range of contextual information is also
included:
• Background to vaping
• National epidemiological trends
• Legal and regulatory status of vapes
• Health and other impacts of vaping and smoking, including
scientific evidence and guidance
• Recent national policy developments
• The local response to vaping amongst children and young
people
This report has been prepared jointly by Officers from Public
Health and Trading Standards teams following a request for
information from the Chair of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee
Health and Social Care (Adults) at the start of this
year.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Decision due: 5 Sep 2023 by Overview and Scrutiny Committee (Adult Social Care and Health)
Lead director: Director of Public Health
Contact: Helen Armitage, Acting Consultant in Public Health Email: Helen.Armitage@sefton.gov.uk 07816066317 Email: helen.armitage@sefton.gov.uk.