Ministers consider new vaping tax at Budget

Government officials are looking into the possibility of imposing a new tax on vaping products in the upcoming Budget. The move is aimed at curbing the rising popularity of e-cigarettes among young people, and to generate additional revenue for public health initiatives.

Proponents of the tax argue that it will help discourage young people from taking up vaping, as prices for the products will increase. They also believe that the revenue generated from the tax can be used to fund anti-smoking campaigns and other health programs.

However, opponents of the tax argue that it may disproportionately affect lower-income individuals who rely on vaping as a cheaper alternative to traditional cigarettes. They also warn that taxing vaping products could potentially drive users back to smoking, negating the public health benefits.

The decision on whether to implement the new vaping tax will be made during the Budget planning process, with input from various stakeholders and experts in the field.