15th January 2026
The BBC has recently commissioned a survey of teachers' views around vaping with the following key discoveries: Many schools and teachers feel that they are trying to tackle the issue on their own. Almost 1/5 teachers who responded stated that vape detectors have been installed on school premises. 35% said that extra staff are monitoring the school grounds to try and prevent vaping. Vaping is reported as a concern in 52% of secondary schools - a significant reduction from 74% in June 2024. The Department of Education have commented that new measures in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill will help prevent the marketing of vapes to children. You can read more via: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx2pj2ez7evo
We have a range of excellent resources around vaping available to download online, including our leaflet which helps those supporting young people to stop vaping. The leaflet includes advice around preparation, benefits, considering triggers and helpful diaries.
You can download the resource via Supporting young people to give up vaping or nicotine products | Talk About Trust
