The Irish government has taken a decisive step to curb nicotine addiction among young people by approving a comprehensive ban on disposable vapes and introducing stringent regulations on other nicotine products. This move follows Northern Ireland’s earlier prohibition on the sale and supply of single-use vapes in April 2025. Under the new legislation, retailers in the Republic of Ireland found selling disposable e-cigarettes could face severe penalties, including up to two years in prison and fines of up to £5,000. Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill emphasized that the Public Health (Single Use Vapes) Bill 2025 aims to shield children from the allure of nicotine products. The government also plans to restrict the sale of nicotine pouches to individuals under 18 and ban advertising for such products in retail outlets. These measures will be integrated into the Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) (Amendment) Bill, which will regulate packaging, flavors, and product displays. Both Carroll MacNeill and Minister of State Jennifer Murnane O’Connor pledged to expedite the implementation of these laws, highlighting their commitment to safeguarding the health of future generations.