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The National
3 days ago
- Business
- The National
Disposable vape ban Scotland explained – what it means for you
The crackdown on the devices, also known as single-use vapes, will come into force on Sunday. The ban applies across Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland. READ MORE: Met Police silent after unlawful seizure of pro-Palestine journalist's property It means that shops will be banned from selling disposable vapes both online and in-store. However, shops can still sell reusable vapes. Here's everything you need to know. What is a disposable vape? Disposable vapes are single-use and come filled and charged. They are activated by inhaling, do not have a replaceable coil, and cannot be recharged or refilled. They are designed to be small and can fit inside a pocket, with the battery only lasting a short while. Reusable vapes, on the other hand, can be recharged and use pre-filled pods which slot into the device, which are then disposed of once empty in the same way as a disposable vape. Why have disposable vapes been banned? The ban, introduced by the previous Tory government, is intended to protect children's health and prevent environmental damage. The action comes amid worry around the harm the discarded products have on the environment, the risk of fires they pose, and concern that they encourage young people to vape. READ MORE: Everything you need to know about Edinburgh Pride 2025 as it celebrates 30 years Disposable vapes are typically thrown away with general waste in black bins or littered rather than taken to a recycling point. When recycled properly – such as by returning them to a vape shop – disposable vapes are taken to recycling centres where they need to be taken apart by hand. Their lithium-ion batteries can also pose a fire risk to recycling facilities and can leak harmful chemicals into the environment. What happens if a shop still sells disposable vapes? In Scotland, any shops who continue to sell disposable vapes risk a £200 fine in the first instance. If that fine is paid within 14 days, it is discounted to £150. The fine rises by £200 each time a shop is caught. If the fine is not accepted, or in instances where an enforcement officer does not consider a fine appropriate, the offender can be fined £5000, sentenced to two years in prison, or both. Individuals are not at risk of prosecution if they are found to be in possession of disposable vapes, unless they are intending to sell or supply them.
The National
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The National
Edinburgh Pride 2025: All to know on date, route and line-up
Organisers are hoping that this "milestone" event will "build on the success of previous years" and bring the community together at a difficult time. Discussing the event, Brett Herriot, chair of Pride Edinburgh, said it "comes at a time where many within the LGBTQIA+ community are under threat and persecution simply for being who and what they are." He added that "standing together has never meant more" and that this gathering would be a "clear statement" to the world. When is Edinburgh Pride 2025 taking place? This year's Edinburgh Pride will take place on Saturday, June 21, with the attendees gathering for the march from around 12.15pm. It will set off at around 1pm following the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence's minute of noise and minute of silence. What is the route for Edinburgh Pride 2025? The route for the Edinburgh march will start at the Scottish Parliament before going past Canongate, High Street, George IV Bridge, Bristo Place, Potterrow, Crichton Street and Charles Street. See the full line-up for Edinburgh Pride 2025 The Pride march in Edinburgh will start at the Scottish Parliament. (Image: Jane Barlow/PA Wire) At around 2pm, there will be a main stage event featuring a number of big names, including pop icon and X Factor star Diana Vickers. X Factor star Diana Vickers GRAMMY-nominated vocalist Kelli-Leigh Drag Race UK finalist Ellie Diamond Drag favourite Chanel O'Conor Recommended Reading: Local drag talents Sissy Scorpio and Rozie Cheeks DJs Sylva, Darran Glasgow, and Lezzer Quest The main stage will be hosted by Edinburgh "drag queen royalty" Blaze. They will be accompanied by Blazin' Entertainment.
The Herald Scotland
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Edinburgh Pride 2025: All to know on date, route and line-up
Discussing the event, Brett Herriot, chair of Pride Edinburgh, said it "comes at a time where many within the LGBTQIA+ community are under threat and persecution simply for being who and what they are." He added that "standing together has never meant more" and that this gathering would be a "clear statement" to the world. When is Edinburgh Pride 2025 taking place? This year's Edinburgh Pride will take place on Saturday, June 21, with the attendees gathering for the march from around 12.15pm. It will set off at around 1pm following the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence's minute of noise and minute of silence. What is the route for Edinburgh Pride 2025? The route for the Edinburgh march will start at the Scottish Parliament before going past Canongate, High Street, George IV Bridge, Bristo Place, Potterrow, Crichton Street and Charles Street. See the full line-up for Edinburgh Pride 2025 The Pride march in Edinburgh will start at the Scottish Parliament. (Image: Jane Barlow/PA Wire) At around 2pm, there will be a main stage event featuring a number of big names, including pop icon and X Factor star Diana Vickers. X Factor star Diana Vickers GRAMMY-nominated vocalist Kelli-Leigh Drag Race UK finalist Ellie Diamond Drag favourite Chanel O'Conor Recommended Reading: Local drag talents Sissy Scorpio and Rozie Cheeks DJs Sylva, Darran Glasgow, and Lezzer Quest The main stage will be hosted by Edinburgh "drag queen royalty" Blaze. They will be accompanied by Blazin' Entertainment.
