Vapes work better than gum or patches for quitting smoking
A major review covering almost 30,000 smokers found that nicotine vapes work better than patches or gum. Here is what that means for smokers in Blackpool.
From 29 October everywhere should be asking for ID on more than you’d think
From 29 October 2026 it's an offence to sell any vaping or nicotine product to under-18s, including 0mg shortfills and pouches. What to bring to the counter.
Vaping duty starts on 1 October: what changes at the counter
Vaping Products Duty starts 1 October 2026 at £2.20 per 10ml, nicotine or not. What it does to shortfill prices, and when duty stamps arrive.
Plain white bottles? You’ve got until 2 October to have your say
The government is consulting on plain packaging for vapes, plain flavour names and shop display rules. It closes 11:59pm on 2 October 2026 and anyone can respond.
Trading Standards are closing shops in Lancashire: how to spot a legit one
Chorley and Ormskirk seizures show what illegal vape stock looks like. Four checks anyone can do at the counter, and why duty stamps make it easier from 2027.
Nicotine pouches explained, and why the new duty doesn’t touch them
Nicotine pouches explained in plain English: what they are, how to use them, who they suit, and why the new October 2026 vaping duty does not apply to them.
Meet DNA Eliquids: our own e-liquid, mixed in Blackpool
DNA Eliquids is our own e-liquid, mixed in small batches right here in Blackpool by the team behind the counter. Here is the story and what makes it different.
Will vape flavours be banned? Where the law actually stands
Headlines keep claiming a vape flavour ban is coming. Here is the calm, accurate picture: what is legal now, what the law actually allows, and why there is no need to panic.
Switching from smoking to vaping: a realistic first week
The honest first-week guide to switching from cigarettes to vaping: the right starter kit and strength, what to expect, and how to get over the early wobbles.
What the new vaping duty means for your prices from October 2026
A plain-English guide to the new Vaping Products Duty starting 1 October 2026, what it adds to e-liquid prices, and how to keep your costs down.