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A merchant in Bournemouth, UK, has been fined for selling vapes to children under 15 years old. He was fined £293, and ordered to pay a £117 surcharge and £700 costs.
The person punished was Antonio Baker Versace, a 55 years old merchant from Bournemouth. He sold a vape of the vape brand Lost Mary to a 15-year-old volunteer at Mario’s Pizzeria in Royal Wootton Bassett.
He was fined £293 and must pay a £117 surcharge and £700 costs. Councilor Nick Holder said: “This prosecution shows that we are acting on our business plan commitment to safeguard our residents from harm and tackle businesses that aren’t complying with the law.”
Wiltshire Trading Standards has recently seen an increase in complaints about the sale of vaping products to minors. Mr. Holder adds that, vapes are sold in bright packaging and flavors now. They are easy for children to accept, and at pocket-friendly prices.
The city encourages residents to report the sale of age-restricted vapes to children. The residents can report by calling the Citizen Advice Consumer Service.
As a vape manufacturing company from China, VPFIT always oppose the sale of vape devices to minors. We advice implementing stringent age verification measures, and advocating for responsible marketing practices. The vape brands in the leading place should take proactive stance. They should ensure that their products are used responsibly and in compliance with legal age restrictions. Let’s discourage underage vaping and promote responsible vaping culture. This contribute to the overall well-being of young people.
By taking these measures, make sure that the vapes are used only by adults.
All the vape companies, vape distributors and retailers should take actions. Let’s create a safe vaping environment that safeguards the well-being of young people. The youth should stay away from vaping products.
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