DEFA considering introducing new legislation
A new public consultation is asking people for their views on banning the sale of plastic disposable vapes on the Isle of Man.
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture is considering the move.
It's thought around five million disposable vapes are thrown away in the UK each week.
The UK government has already announced a ban on them in England, with Scotland and Wales to follow.
Plans here would outlaw the sale and distribution of products that have a short life span which, as well as encouraging youth vaping, are harmful to the environment.
The batteries are also said to be susceptible to damage and can catch fire, which is said to pose a significant hazard for bin lorries and the Island's Energy for Waste Plant.
DEFA Minister Clare Barber says: "Not only are precious resources wasted in their manufacture and disposal, but far too many are being carelessly discarded - littering our communities and polluting our Biosphere.
"Banning this product is a clear and obvious way that we can take responsibility in shaping an environment we can be proud of in line with the Island Plan.”
New laws on the Isle of Man have already banned vapes from being on display in shops and being sold to under 18s.
The consultation will be open until 11 November.
You can find it here.
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