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<p>There is no current evidence to show a significant gateway effect from vaping into
smoking, and no data to show the number of people who start smoking, as a result of
vaping. Youth and adult smoking rates continue to fall and are at an all-time low,
although they remain significant. Recent evidence shows that, for many adult smokers,
vapes are an effective tool in supporting smoking cessation, especially when combined
with expert support. Further information is available at the following link:</p><p><a
href="https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD010216.pub7/full"
target="_blank">https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD010216.pub7/full</a></p><p>However,
youth vaping has tripled in the last three years, with one in five children having
now used a vape. The health advice is clear, young people, and those who have never
smoked, should not vape. We have a duty to protect our children from the potential
harms associated with underage vaping, while their lungs and brains are still developing.
This is why we are committed to reducing the access, appeal, and affordability of
vapes and tobacco through the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, to stop future generations of
smokers and nicotine users.</p>
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