00:01Despite a ban on disposable e-cigarettes, more than 6 million vapes and pods are still
00:06discarded weekly in the UK, putting pressure on recycling systems. The ban effected from
00:11June 2025 contributed to a 23% reduction in waste and a 31% drop in sales, but lithium-ion
00:20batteries in discarded devices continue to create fire risks. Waste companies report
00:25fires in collection vehicles and facilities with mis-sorted devices causing around one
00:30incident per day. Research shows nearly half of vapors are unaware devices can be recycled.
00:36Experts urge retailers and producers to provide safe in-store recycling points to prevent further hazards.
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